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VN57 KUH

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

146,863 mi
Last recorded146,863 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN57 KUH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 146,863 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 139,940 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 129,629 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 118,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear &to both front flexi hoses [3x pipes in total all corroded near to legal limit recommend early replacement] (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear [offside on legal limit ]recommend early replacement (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet very difficult to open / engine oil low

wing loom rubbing against air con pipe recommend immediate repair

Pass 13 Dec 2021 105,039 miles

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

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

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

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

oil level below minimum mark

rear diff damp with oil

Pass 16 Dec 2020 93,612 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 93,612 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge badly worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2019 87,056 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Dec 2018 80,304 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 80,304 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 74,548 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 66,704 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Oil leak axle ()

Pass 10 Dec 2015 60,340 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 53,811 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 45,146 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 30 Dec 2013 45,146 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 34,111 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 26,514 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 21,011 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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VN57 KUH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc 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 VN57 KUH, 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 VN57 KUH registered?

VN57 KUH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is VN57 KUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN57 KUH 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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