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WU08 VOM

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

118,958 mi
Last recorded118,958 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 118,958 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 118,956 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 116,491 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2024 116,491 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 109,735 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2023 109,735 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 103,246 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 103,246 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 101,651 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 95,130 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 91,323 miles

Damage to rear bumper not likely to cause injury to pedestrian

Interior rear view mirror deteriorating.

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 82,771 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2019 82,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 73,677 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 68,119 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 53,059 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 53,059 miles

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 46,242 miles

o/s/f window switch damaged/incomplete.

Fail 17 Apr 2013 38,336 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 38,336 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 31,117 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,181 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 24,181 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside 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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WU08 VOM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 VOM, 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 VOM?

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What year was WU08 VOM registered?

WU08 VOM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is WU08 VOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 VOM shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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