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WM57 DZT

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

221,634 mi
Last recorded221,634 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 DZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 221,634 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 219,862 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 219,849 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Drag link end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 216,302 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 216,147 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 212,368 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 209,527 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 204,391 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Fog light not working

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Side step brackets corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2020 195,282 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 184,336 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 17 Aug 2018 168,667 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 4 Aug 2017 151,760 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

bonnet stiff to open

Pass 1 Aug 2016 133,241 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 133,241 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 116,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 97,789 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 82,079 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Jul 2013 82,067 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 63,047 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 63,040 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 49,233 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 49,233 miles

Nearside Front 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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WM57 DZT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WM57 DZT, 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 WM57 DZT registered?

WM57 DZT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is WM57 DZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 DZT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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