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WR08 FAF

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

187,010 mi
Last recorded187,010 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 FAF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 187,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 182,740 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 180,664 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 174,509 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 174,509 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 167,341 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 156,429 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Dec 2016 130,167 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 8 Oct 2015 126,316 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 126,316 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 122,763 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 118,594 miles

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

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

vehicles emissions too clean

Pass 19 Apr 2012 115,837 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 107,163 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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WR08 FAF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WR08 FAF, 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 WR08 FAF registered?

WR08 FAF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is WR08 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 FAF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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