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WM08 DGV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

108,653 mi
Last recorded108,653 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 DGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 108,653 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 106,406 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 103,984 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 100,898 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2020 100,898 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Oct 2019 97,276 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 94,028 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 94,028 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 89,264 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 84,361 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 75,046 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 75,046 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 67,017 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 67,017 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 58,535 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 58,535 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 50,290 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 50,290 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 39,790 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 39,790 miles

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

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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WM08 DGV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 WM08 DGV, 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.

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What year was WM08 DGV registered?

WM08 DGV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is WM08 DGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 DGV shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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