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SK08 JJO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

229,000 mi
Last recorded229,000 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 JJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 229,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 226,552 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 224,265 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 219,252 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 212,258 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 208,257 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 183,894 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Jun 2018 170,211 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 170,211 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 156,382 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 141,458 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 121,858 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 100,425 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 79,185 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2013 72,893 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 59,727 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 45,047 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 32,862 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 19,062 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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SK08 JJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SK08 JJO, 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 JJO registered?

SK08 JJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is SK08 JJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 JJO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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