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VK08 LWV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

264,727 mi
Last recorded264,727 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 LWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 264,727 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 264,657 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside d-bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 249,504 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on edges 195/65/16 c

Fail 1 Apr 2015 249,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s front tyre wearing on edges 195/65/16 c

Pass 31 Mar 2014 207,355 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 164,615 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge

Pass 20 Mar 2012 121,695 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 92,442 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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VK08 LWV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc 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 VK08 LWV, 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 VK08 LWV registered?

VK08 LWV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is VK08 LWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 LWV 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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