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VK08 LXD

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

133,479 mi
Last recorded133,479 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 LXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 133,479 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 7 Aug 2026 133,478 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2025 128,284 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 122,233 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower screen cracked. (3.2 (a) (i))

reverse light not working.

Pass 14 Aug 2023 115,591 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre central tread area.

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked. (3.2 (a) (i))

reverse light not working.

Pass 25 Jul 2022 112,046 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked. (3.2 (a) (i))

reverse light not working.

Pass 13 Aug 2021 111,390 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 111,390 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 106,829 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view not in swept area. (3.2 (a) (i))

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

both front tyres have cuts in outer tread areas. but not deep enough to reach cords.

reverse lights not working.

Pass 12 Aug 2019 103,557 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box has hole (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 100,798 miles

passed emission test, with low smoke levels

reversing lamps not working

Fail 8 Aug 2018 100,798 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

passed emission test, with low smoke levels

reversing lamps not working

Pass 15 Aug 2017 96,865 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 96,865 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 86,548 miles

n/s number plate lamp smaller than o/s

windscreen has crack in n/s lower corner

Fail 27 Jul 2016 86,312 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

n/s number plate lamp smaller than o/s

windscreen has crack in n/s lower corner

Pass 18 Aug 2015 78,279 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

diff oil leak o/s

screen cracked n/s lower

Pass 20 Aug 2014 69,848 miles

n/s of windscreen cracked at bottom. not in 'A' zone or obstructing view

slight oil leak on diff by offside driveshaft

Pass 9 Apr 2013 54,859 miles

both rear tyre 2mm

n/s of windscreen cracked at bottom. not in 'A' zone or obstructing view

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2012 43,154 miles

n/s windscreen cracked

Fail 11 Apr 2012 43,154 miles

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

n/s windscreen cracked

o/s wiper blade worn

Pass 5 Apr 2011 30,934 miles

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

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

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 LXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VK08 LXD, 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 VK08 LXD?

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What year was VK08 LXD registered?

VK08 LXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is VK08 LXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 LXD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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