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YC58 ZDN

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

185,980 mi
Last recorded185,980 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC58 ZDN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2026 185,980 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery light on dash

both front tyres worn on edges

general corrosion to underside

jacking point mountings corroding

oil leaks

Fail 28 Aug 2026 185,948 miles

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))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (foot lever) (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery light on dash

both front tyres worn on edges

general corrosion to underside

jacking point mountings corroding

oil leaks

Pass 27 Aug 2025 180,645 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

jacking points showing signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Aug 2025 180,645 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

jacking points showing signs of corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2024 174,092 miles

rear tyres worn

underside of vehicle is showing signs of corrosion

Pass 18 Aug 2023 168,035 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 168,035 miles

Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 160,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 152,898 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 147,642 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 147,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 137,049 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 133,031 miles

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

Engine cover and Full Undertrays fitted

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 129,095 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays

Pass 19 Jul 2016 125,198 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 125,195 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 121,663 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 121,663 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 112,431 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 104,853 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 98,364 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 83,480 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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YC58 ZDN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 YC58 ZDN, 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.

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What year was YC58 ZDN registered?

YC58 ZDN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 November 2008.

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