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YN08 SPU

2008 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,566 mi
Last recorded104,566 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario110,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 SPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2019 104,566 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 104,566 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 98,205 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 92,034 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 84,668 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 77,977 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 77,973 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 70,078 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 61,990 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 55,307 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 22 Oct 2012 55,269 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside window(s) not made of safety glass, or from safety glazing (on or after 1st June 1978) (6.9.7b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 462,648 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 33,428 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 16,943 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 SPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,249cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SPU, 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 SPU registered?

YN08 SPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is YN08 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 SPU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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