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FD09 CWL

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

242,218 mi
Last recorded242,218 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 CWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 242,218 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 235,622 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 230,749 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D shape bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside front tyre starting to lightly wear on outer edge

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked low down (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak gearbox and rear diff

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))

Travel on parking brake lever

Pass 11 Nov 2022 224,527 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2022 224,527 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust fumes entering cabin exhaust system missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 214,841 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 205,960 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 198,073 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 187,765 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 173,752 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 159,879 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 143,336 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 126,379 miles

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

emissions too lean

Fail 29 Oct 2014 126,379 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

emissions too lean

Pass 31 Oct 2013 114,180 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 111,426 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 90,600 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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FD09 CWL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FD09 CWL, 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 FD09 CWL registered?

FD09 CWL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 August 2009.

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