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YK58 YYU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

136,454 mi
Last recorded136,454 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK58 YYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 136,454 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both lamps, affecting beam images. Also condensation inside both lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At minimum 1.6mm inner tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 134,117 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 131,326 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/16 C (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel bearings could not be tested (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel bearings could not be tested (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 131,326 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/16 C (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel bearings could not be tested (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Wheel bearings could not be tested (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 123,423 miles

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

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 123,423 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 117,759 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2022 117,759 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 111,823 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2021 111,823 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 107,624 miles

Minor oil leak noted

Fail 18 Nov 2020 107,624 miles

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

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

Minor oil leak noted

Pass 19 Nov 2019 102,950 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2019 102,950 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 96,240 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 96,240 miles

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

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 88,857 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 83,073 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside mirror cracked

Pass 30 Oct 2015 77,808 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 77,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Oct 2014 69,576 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 69,576 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 61,033 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 48,421 miles

bonnet catch stiff

small oil leaks on engine

Fail 15 Aug 2012 48,421 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

small oil leaks on engine

Fail 1 Sep 2011 33,886 miles

Nearside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 33,886 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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YK58 YYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

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 YK58 YYU, 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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YK58 YYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 September 2008.

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