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WK08 APV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

177,911 mi
Last recorded177,911 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 APV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 177,911 miles

UNDERBODY LIGHT CORROSION

Pass 20 Feb 2024 177,897 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened knotchy when turned (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened knotchy when turned (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Feb 2023 176,559 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 171,547 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 171,547 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 165,219 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 160,460 miles

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

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

front subframe corroded

power steering pipes corroded

rear chassis corroded around suspension mounting points

Fail 5 Mar 2020 160,420 miles

Central Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear corroded around clip (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

front subframe corroded

power steering pipes corroded

rear chassis corroded around suspension mounting points

Pass 9 Mar 2019 153,021 miles

power steering pipes slightly corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2018 145,557 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 131,884 miles

Central Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 122,322 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 112,827 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 101,348 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 84,090 miles

Front offside brake slight lag

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 57,470 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 34,278 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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WK08 APV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WK08 APV, 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 WK08 APV?

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What year was WK08 APV registered?

WK08 APV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is WK08 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 APV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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