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BF59 BLK

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

161,753 mi
Last recorded161,753 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 BLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 161,753 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2025 161,753 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 155,828 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 147,745 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 139,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 May 2022 139,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 123,906 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 123,813 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect X2 (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible X2 NSF/OSF HID CONVERSION (4.1.4 (c))

Front Position lamp not working X2 NSF/OSF (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Nov 2019 110,921 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 98,356 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 95,808 miles

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)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 82,299 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 75,806 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 67,431 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 62,382 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 58,696 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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BF59 BLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BF59 BLK, 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 BF59 BLK registered?

BF59 BLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is BF59 BLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 BLK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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