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VN08 YRV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

122,561 mi
Last recorded122,561 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2011
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 YRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2011 122,561 miles

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

Offside front inner wheel arch missing.

Offside front tyre worn on inside edge.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2011 122,561 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside front inner wheel arch missing.

Offside front tyre worn on inside edge.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 122,550 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Brake pad warning light on.

Front discs have small cracks in surface.

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

Offside front tyre worn on inside edge.

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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VN08 YRV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 VN08 YRV, 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 VN08 YRV?

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What year was VN08 YRV registered?

VN08 YRV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is VN08 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN08 YRV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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