The CarHunch Score (0–100) ranks this vehicle against other 2008 Mercedes-Benz Vitos in our database.
A score of 70 means this vehicle performs better than approximately 70% of similar vehicles based on its MOT history.
The score combines three factors: MOT pass rate (how often it passes first time), defect severity (how serious the faults found are), and number of MOT tests recorded (more tests = higher confidence).
Based on 7,210 similar vehicles.
Complete MOT History
Detailed test results, advisories, and failure history
MOT History for RF08KTC
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO (2008) - 2,098cc Diesel
Found 22 MOT records for RF08KTC
Test History
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Safety-Critical Failures in History
Some past MOT failures were safety-critical (e.g., brake pipe leaks, ABS faults, structural corrosion).
This historical summary highlights patterns for comparison; it is not a current inspection.
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📊 Pattern Summary
Key patterns identified across 22 MOT tests:
Recent Failures:
1 failed test in the last 12 months
Recurring Issues:
Brake issues appeared in 6 tests → higher-than-average risk for this system
Suspension issues appeared in 6 tests → higher-than-average risk for this system
Lighting issues appeared in 6 tests → higher-than-average risk for this system
Tire issues appeared in 6 tests → higher-than-average risk for this system
Safety Concerns:
1 dangerous defect recorded in MOT history
📋 Recent MOTs
Most recent 3 tests (always shown for transparency):
27 May 2025
PASSED
Mileage: 127,117 MI
🟡Advisories:
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
MOT valid until: 26 May 2026
27 May 2025
FAILED
Mileage: 127,117 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects (Failed Test):
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam ( (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps ( (a))
🟡Advisories:
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
27 May 2024
PASSED
Mileage: 122,950 MI
🟡Advisories:
Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ( (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ( (b) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ( (b) (i))
MOT valid until: 26 May 2025
📜 Full MOT History
Complete historical record (19 additional tests):
27 May 2024
FAILED
Mileage: 122,950 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects:
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam ( (a) (ii))
🟡Advisories:
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ( (b) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ( (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ( (b) (i))
27 Apr 2023
PASSED
Mileage: 113,834 MI
26 Apr 2023
FAILED
Mileage: 113,833 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects:
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken lower coil broken. ( (b) (i))
🟡Advisories:
Nearside Rear outer brake pad getting low.
16 May 2022
PASSED
Mileage: 103,712 MI
🟡Advisories:
Oil leak, but not excessive ( (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ( (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive ( (a) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play ( (a) (i))
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ( (c))
26 May 2021
PASSED
Mileage: 97,759 MI
🟡Advisories:
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm ( (e))
27 May 2020
PASSED
Mileage: 92,851 MI
🟡Advisories:
Oil leak, but not excessive ( (a) (i))
27 May 2020
FAILED
Mileage: 92,851 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects:
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken lower coil. ( (b) (i))
🟡Advisories:
Oil leak, but not excessive ( (a) (i))
18 Apr 2019
PASSED
Mileage: 84,257 MI
🟡Advisories:
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ( (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive ( (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff ( (a) (i))
18 Apr 2019
FAILED
Mileage: 84,257 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects:
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Emissions not tested (.2 (e))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box ( (a))
🟡Advisories:
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ( (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive ( (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff ( (a) (i))
24 Apr 2018
PASSED
Mileage: 75,052 MI
🟡Advisories:
Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
24 Apr 2018
FAILED
Mileage: 75,052 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects:
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) 🔴 DANGEROUS
🟡Advisories:
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
16 May 2017
PASSED
Mileage: 64,717 MI
🟡Advisories:
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Child Seats fitted
Oil leaks
16 May 2016
PASSED
Mileage: 58,335 MI
16 May 2016
FAILED
Mileage: 58,335 MI
🔴Dangerous Defects:
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively ()
14 May 2015
PASSED
Mileage: 50,280 MI
13 May 2014
PASSED
Mileage: 42,325 MI
🟡Advisories:
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
16 May 2013
PASSED
Mileage: 34,782 MI
14 May 2012
PASSED
Mileage: 28,835 MI
24 May 2011
PASSED
Mileage: 22,988 MI
🟡Advisories:
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
