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WU08 UAB

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

248,771 mi
Last recorded248,771 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 UAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 248,771 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2025 248,771 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 245,000 miles

Headlights

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 234,530 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 234,530 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 223,401 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 223,401 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 220,298 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 220,298 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 219,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 206,992 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 203,811 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 203,811 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 191,998 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 175,227 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 175,227 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 142,493 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust clamps missing & corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2014 142,493 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust clamps missing & corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2013 104,522 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)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 104,522 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 77,172 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 58,285 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 UAB 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 63.6%.

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 UAB, 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 WU08 UAB registered?

WU08 UAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WU08 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 UAB shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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