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EJ09 GFG

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

166,789 mi
Last recorded166,789 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 GFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 166,789 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 166,001 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2021 166,001 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 156,703 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 156,537 miles

Brake performance not tested Brake disc worn (1.2.1 (g))

Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges Tow bar (4.11 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 143,913 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 120,503 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 120,503 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 96,618 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 96,618 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 86,268 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 86,268 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 78,568 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 64,916 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 64,916 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 50,293 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,554 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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EJ09 GFG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJ09 GFG, 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 EJ09 GFG registered?

EJ09 GFG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 June 2009.

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