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YN08 DMO

2008 Mercedes-benz Vario

Green Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

183,300 mi
Last recorded183,300 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario110,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 DMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 183,300 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 176,212 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 168,026 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 162,889 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 159,502 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 149,182 miles

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

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

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

side markers not working

Pass 22 Feb 2018 138,132 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 124,428 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 109,735 miles

vehicle presented with only 6 seats fitted in place

Pass 2 Mar 2015 95,927 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 81,923 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 65,107 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

rear emergency door interior wording not fitted

Fail 18 Feb 2013 65,068 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

rear emergency door interior wording not fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2012 46,797 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 31,184 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 179,238 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 8,889 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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YN08 DMO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario in Green with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 110,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN08 DMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN08 DMO registered?

YN08 DMO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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