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YK08 VXO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

142,589 mi
Last recorded142,589 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 VXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 142,589 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 142,587 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2026 142,071 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corners both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 May 2025 140,626 miles
Fail 9 May 2025 140,625 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended row 2 centre belt buckle (7.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust clamps corroded

nearside parking brake efficiency

Pass 8 May 2024 138,068 miles

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

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 May 2024 138,058 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 135,192 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi inwards (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi inwards (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi inwards (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi inwards (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 127,866 miles

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

bonnet difficult to open

Pass 17 Mar 2021 120,129 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 118,245 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 112,228 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material AND O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 106,373 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and o/s/r (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 99,947 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 93,923 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2015 88,142 miles

Oil leak

emissions not tested

Pass 27 Mar 2014 81,920 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 74,738 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 63,497 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 16 Feb 2012 63,496 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Feb 2011 48,566 miles

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

rear discs worn

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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YK08 VXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YK08 VXO, 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 YK08 VXO registered?

YK08 VXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is YK08 VXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK08 VXO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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