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SK08 JHV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,077 mi
Last recorded167,077 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 JHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 167,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front fuel pipes corroded

brake pad warning light on

washer bottle empty

wiper blades deteriorated

Fail 18 Apr 2016 166,729 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure reflector insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front fuel pipes corroded

brake pad warning light on

washer bottle empty

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 15 Apr 2015 153,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 141,438 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

n/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2013 126,687 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 112,570 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 112,423 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 101,869 miles

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

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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SK08 JHV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SK08 JHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK08 JHV registered?

SK08 JHV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is SK08 JHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 JHV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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