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SV57 FHK

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,612 mi
Last recorded133,612 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV57 FHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 133,612 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 113,693 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed sliding door (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Offside Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed sliding door (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake wear indicator illuminated

Pass 31 Aug 2023 87,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside and near sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside and near sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 77,450 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 74,560 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 73,571 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 71,635 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 69,079 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 67,163 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 65,768 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 65,749 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 64,273 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 60,383 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 56,235 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 56,225 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 52,288 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 52,288 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 42,724 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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SV57 FHK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SV57 FHK, 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 SV57 FHK registered?

SV57 FHK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 February 2008.

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