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FE09 HXT

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

176,622 mi
Last recorded176,622 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE09 HXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 176,622 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 168,093 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 162,622 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 156,448 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly handle starting to break up (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 150,235 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 150,233 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 145,246 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 138,380 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 130,411 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 130,411 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 123,686 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 115,761 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 99,126 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 80,126 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 61,538 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 49,324 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 49,324 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FE09 HXT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FE09 HXT, 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

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What year was FE09 HXT registered?

FE09 HXT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is FE09 HXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE09 HXT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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