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VT08 RAB

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

181,524 mi
Last recorded181,524 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT08 RAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 181,524 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 174,910 miles

Nearside Rear 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 19 Dec 2023 166,605 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 157,637 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 149,669 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 139,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 129,970 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 121,480 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 114,015 miles

Oil leak ()

show plates in boot

Fail 16 Nov 2017 114,015 miles

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

Oil leak ()

show plates in boot

Pass 17 Oct 2016 105,875 miles

engine oil leak

show number plates in footwell of vehicle

Pass 8 Sep 2015 95,654 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 87,512 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 75,788 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 64,202 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 50,597 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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VT08 RAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VT08 RAB, 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 VT08 RAB?

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What year was VT08 RAB registered?

VT08 RAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VT08 RAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT08 RAB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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