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WV08 XAK

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,718 mi
Last recorded115,718 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 XAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 115,718 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 101,231 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 84,326 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 76,054 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 69,022 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 59,204 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 59,204 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear lens damaged

nearside step not fully secure

Fail 14 Aug 2012 47,971 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 47,971 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 34,920 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 34,920 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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WV08 XAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WV08 XAK, 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 WV08 XAK registered?

WV08 XAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is WV08 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 XAK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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