2008 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · YF08 FWS
2008 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 14 May 2008. Recorded mileage 65,241 miles. MOT valid until 09 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,241 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF08 FWS Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
- 65,241 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF08 FWS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz Vito (YF08 FWS) between May 2011 and April 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 15 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
YF08 FWS Mileage History
- 10/05/201120,975 mi
- 03/05/201226,443 mi+5,468 mi
- 08/05/201330,829 mi+4,386 mi
- 09/05/201330,830 mi+1 mi
- 09/04/201433,599 mi+2,769 mi
- 11/05/201536,197 mi+2,598 mi
- 04/05/201639,686 mi+3,489 mi
- 03/05/201743,913 mi+4,227 mi
- 03/05/201743,913 mi
- 16/05/201845,130 mi+1,217 mi
- 17/05/201845,130 mi
- 14/05/201947,636 mi+2,506 mi
- 14/05/201947,636 mi
- 15/07/202050,432 mi+2,796 mi
- 21/07/202152,198 mi+1,766 mi
- 21/07/202152,198 mi
- 11/05/202253,450 mi+1,252 mi
- 18/04/202355,608 mi+2,158 mi
- 08/05/202457,850 mi+2,242 mi
- 09/05/202457,855 mi+5 mi
- 16/04/202559,401 mi+1,546 mi
- 15/04/202665,241 mi+5,840 mi
Average of roughly 2,965 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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