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BJ59 VYH

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

102,964 mi
Last recorded102,964 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 VYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 102,964 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 100,566 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2024 98,382 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 96,588 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 94,132 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 90,837 miles

Central exhaust rusted and peeling.. and a slight blow

Pass 19 May 2020 89,147 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 87,144 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 87,144 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 84,864 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 84,864 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 82,231 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 77,198 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 73,989 miles

o/s/f tyre on 3mm

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2014 71,129 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight bind o/s/f brake

Pass 4 Sep 2013 61,021 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 61,021 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 50,629 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 50,629 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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BJ59 VYH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BJ59 VYH, 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 BJ59 VYH registered?

BJ59 VYH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 October 2009.

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The MOT history for BJ59 VYH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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