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VA08 FFG

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,318 mi
Last recorded22,318 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 FFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 22,318 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 22,318 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 22,047 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 21,777 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 21,516 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 21,340 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 21,336 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulbs fitted in both dip beams (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 20,965 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 20,751 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 20,433 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 19,933 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 19,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 18,641 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 18,338 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 17,901 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,915 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 16,915 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 16,318 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,876 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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VA08 FFG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 VA08 FFG, 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 VA08 FFG registered?

VA08 FFG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is VA08 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 FFG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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