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WU08 TUA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

289,349 mi
Last recorded289,349 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 TUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 289,349 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 274,879 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 245,731 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 217,280 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 217,280 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction stays on (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 187,731 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 187,571 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 187,571 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 156,934 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 137,058 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 137,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 109,108 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

O/S/R brake pads worn more than N/S and disc appears overheated

Fail 24 Mar 2014 109,107 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

N/S/F tyre worn on outer edge

O/S/R brake pads worn more than N/S and disc appears overheated

Pass 5 Apr 2013 87,737 miles

brake pads warning light on dash

fuel residue on tank

nearside rear tyre worn on bothedges

slight grinding noise when offside rear parking brake applied

Pass 12 Apr 2012 71,210 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 51,777 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 51,776 miles

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

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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WU08 TUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 WU08 TUA, 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 WU08 TUA?

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What year was WU08 TUA registered?

WU08 TUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is WU08 TUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 TUA shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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