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DE59 LBU

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

131,061 mi
Last recorded131,061 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 LBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 131,061 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 127,530 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 124,101 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 120,495 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 116,480 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 111,849 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 105,922 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 102,938 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 101,011 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 101,011 miles

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 95,607 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 84,649 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 80,658 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 68,847 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 50,534 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside 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)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DE59 LBU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DE59 LBU, 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.

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What year was DE59 LBU registered?

DE59 LBU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is DE59 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE59 LBU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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