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WU08 VMX

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

150,707 mi
Last recorded150,707 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 VMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 150,707 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Mar 2026 150,706 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both sides D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Mar 2025 148,654 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 143,949 miles

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 31 Mar 2023 139,001 miles

advise engine fumes under bonnet

Fail 23 Mar 2023 138,961 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe leading to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

advise engine fumes under bonnet

Pass 1 Mar 2022 133,904 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 127,485 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 119,819 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 110,842 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 100,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 90,346 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 80,480 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 71,035 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 71,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 61,335 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 50,276 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 36,517 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,776 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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WU08 VMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WU08 VMX, 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 VMX?

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What year was WU08 VMX registered?

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

Is WU08 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 VMX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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