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BF09 FFJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,231 mi
Last recorded109,231 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 FFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 109,231 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 105,142 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 100,988 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 97,637 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 17 Apr 2023 97,634 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 8 Jun 2022 94,774 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 90,040 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipe slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipe slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 86,505 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 83,640 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 73,850 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 67,529 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 62,772 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 56,519 miles

both front tyres worn smooth on inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,993 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 39,042 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 39,042 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 22 May 2012 32,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2012 32,380 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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BF09 FFJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 122,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF09 FFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF09 FFJ registered?

BF09 FFJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 June 2009.

Is BF09 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF09 FFJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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