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FE59 LJF

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

230,047 mi
Last recorded230,047 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 LJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 230,047 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 229,243 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 229,236 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 222,643 miles

OIL DAMPNESS AROUND REAR DIFF

Fail 7 Jun 2022 222,643 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

OIL DAMPNESS AROUND REAR DIFF

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 216,448 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 207,380 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 207,380 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light showing white light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2019 196,427 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 196,427 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 187,565 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 187,565 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 May 2017 179,785 miles

Both front springs rusty

Fail 22 May 2017 179,785 miles

Both front springs rusty

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 16,986 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 167,077 miles

rear tyres close to legal limit

slight diff oil leak

slight engine oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2014 158,895 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 147,434 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 147,434 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 116,537 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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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FE59 LJF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FE59 LJF, 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 FE59 LJF registered?

FE59 LJF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is FE59 LJF safe to buy?

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