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YK08 XET

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

167,251 mi
Last recorded167,251 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 XET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 167,251 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 167,251 miles

Hand operated control valve malfunctioning (1.1.5 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 162,116 miles

Brake pads wear lamp on

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

Fail 17 Sep 2021 162,116 miles

Brake pads wear lamp on

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 159,266 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2020 159,264 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 152,497 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 12 Sep 2019 152,497 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 148,677 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 148,674 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb incorrectly position (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 140,223 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 122,191 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 122,191 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 104,477 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 87,887 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 7,506 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 53,321 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 53,321 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,274 miles

some corrosion around front suspension areas

Pass 22 Dec 2010 33,381 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 33,381 miles

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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YK08 XET is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 XET, 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 XET registered?

YK08 XET is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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