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SJ08 XEA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

141,314 mi
Last recorded141,314 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 XEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 141,314 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 141,282 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 133,052 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

surface rust underside

Pass 30 Mar 2021 128,594 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brakes may need adjustment

level light on

Pass 28 Feb 2020 120,782 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 115,998 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 111,201 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 104,871 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 101,219 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 96,365 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 87,437 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 75,129 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 59,903 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 44,167 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 44,167 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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SJ08 XEA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 123,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ08 XEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ08 XEA registered?

SJ08 XEA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is SJ08 XEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 XEA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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