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DG09 MEV

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,239 mi
Last recorded51,239 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 MEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 51,239 miles

Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 50,297 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 49,662 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Mar 2023 49,319 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 48,946 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 47,598 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 46,537 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 45,534 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 44,215 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 44,215 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 42,710 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 42,710 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 41,424 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 39,916 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 39,916 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 38,255 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 37,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front tyre sidewall damage (cords NOT exposed)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 37,097 miles

Nearside front tyre sidewall damage (cords NOT exposed)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 35,312 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 35,312 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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DG09 MEV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG09 MEV, 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

How do I check the history of DG09 MEV?

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What year was DG09 MEV registered?

DG09 MEV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is DG09 MEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 MEV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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