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YK08 VXV

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

152,033 mi
Last recorded152,033 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 VXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 152,033 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly through to cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly through to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced valance behind bumper (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive output seal on trans . all rear diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 152,030 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear panel on to chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly through to cords (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly through to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced valance behind bumper (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive output seal on trans . all rear diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 135,735 miles

Central Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear door striker plate mounting area corroded away

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 28 Jan 2022 135,735 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Central Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner outrigger corroded

Offside Front Inner outrigger corroded

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear door striker plate mounting area corroded away

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 130,532 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2020 130,528 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 118,817 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front and nearside rear tyres cracking

Fail 12 Nov 2018 118,817 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front and nearside rear tyres cracking

Pass 10 Nov 2017 107,859 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 107,858 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 103,866 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2016 103,866 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 102,109 miles

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 21 Jun 2014 98,082 miles

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 90,449 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 73,848 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 73,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 71,011 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 50,173 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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YK08 VXV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 YK08 VXV, 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 YK08 VXV registered?

YK08 VXV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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