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EU59 FAJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

160,542 mi
Last recorded160,542 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario108,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU59 FAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 160,542 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 160,178 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 160,178 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 138,222 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 151,261 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 145,677 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 137,738 miles

Nearside Rear advise n\s\r brake actuator dust cover split

Offside Rear advise o\s\r brake actuator dust cover split

Pass 7 Jan 2019 125,033 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 111,711 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 96,933 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 78,689 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged power steer pipe damaged (2.3.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Dec 2015 78,689 miles

Centre Rear Entrance/exit door •door open' warning device inoperative rear door (6.2.C.3)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged power steer pipe damaged (2.3.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 67,013 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 56,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 20 Dec 2012 45,204 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Only 10 passenger seats fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Dec 2012 45,204 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Only 10 passenger seats fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Dec 2011 31,122 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 169,164 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 169,164 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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EU59 FAJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 108,365 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 Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU59 FAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EU59 FAJ registered?

EU59 FAJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 23 December 2009.

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The MOT history for EU59 FAJ 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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