2008 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · YL08 FSP
2008 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 23 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 228,271 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 228,271 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YL08 FSP Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 228,271 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YL08 FSP 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 (YL08 FSP) between June 2011 and September 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 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 (15 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Windscreen (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
YL08 FSP Mileage History
- 14/06/201162,565 mi
- 16/05/201294,674 mi+32,109 mi
- 25/06/2013102,255 mi+7,581 mi
- 23/06/2014108,639 mi+6,384 mi
- 19/06/2015115,640 mi+7,001 mi
- 08/06/2016123,155 mi+7,515 mi
- 07/09/2017134,097 mi+10,942 mi
- 07/09/2017134,138 mi+41 mi
- 22/08/2018144,772 mi+10,634 mi
- 03/09/2019155,202 mi+10,430 mi
- 03/09/2019155,202 mi
- 07/09/2020165,220 mi+10,018 mi
- 14/08/2021177,346 mi+12,126 mi
- 03/09/2022189,942 mi+12,596 mi
- 08/09/2022189,942 mi
- 18/08/2023209,760 mi+19,818 mi
- 23/08/2023209,833 mi+73 mi
- 27/08/2024217,721 mi+7,888 mi
- 03/09/2024217,921 mi+200 mi
- 08/09/2025224,981 mi+7,060 mi
- 16/09/2025224,990 mi+9 mi
- 02/09/2026228,271 mi+3,281 mi
Average of roughly 10,888 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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