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YL08 FXA

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,720 mi
Last recorded137,720 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 FXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 137,720 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 134,116 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 134,116 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 129,079 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 129,078 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken on both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases B/4 back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pip eat back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 118,785 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 118,785 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 115,295 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 115,295 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 114,250 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 106,307 miles

Nearside Rear tyre, nail in tread

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

Pass 25 Aug 2014 99,194 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 93,589 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 84,792 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 84,792 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 68,126 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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YL08 FXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YL08 FXA, 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

How do I check the history of YL08 FXA?

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What year was YL08 FXA registered?

YL08 FXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is YL08 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 FXA shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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