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SJ08 XJH

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

216,227 mi
Last recorded216,227 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 216,227 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 216,227 miles

Stop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 199,617 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 199,617 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 175,856 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 146,468 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 146,468 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 118,830 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 90,813 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 90,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 63,964 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 63,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XJH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XJH, 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 XJH registered?

SJ08 XJH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is SJ08 XJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 XJH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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