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SP58 SXE

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

125,849 mi
Last recorded125,849 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP58 SXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 125,849 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 121,848 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 113,320 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 111,464 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 111,464 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 104,942 miles

both headlamp lenses foggy, would benefit from a polish

underside of vehicle generally rusty

Fail 17 Oct 2021 104,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

both headlamp lenses foggy, would benefit from a polish

parking brake has little reserve travel

rear brakes slightly imbalanced

underside of vehicle generally rusty

Pass 14 Oct 2020 101,409 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 96,985 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly fouling to the shock absorber

Nearside and Offside front suspension assembly have the surface corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake has a less reserve travel

Fail 10 Oct 2019 96,978 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly fouling to the shock absorber

Nearside and Offside front suspension assembly have the surface corroded

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake has a less reserve travel

Pass 10 Oct 2018 87,823 miles

reverse light not working

poor pattern on n/s headlight and condensation in it

Pass 21 Oct 2017 87,262 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2017 87,262 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 79,596 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 79,596 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 69,496 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 55,001 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 54,997 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,144 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 27,180 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,180 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 21,717 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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SP58 SXE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SP58 SXE, 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

How do I check the history of SP58 SXE?

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What year was SP58 SXE registered?

SP58 SXE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 October 2008.

Is SP58 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP58 SXE shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP58 SXE have outstanding finance?

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