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FJ59 RUA

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,552 mi
Last recorded127,552 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 RUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 127,552 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 127,552 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 113,757 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 107,133 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 100,965 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 94,592 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 89,102 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 83,988 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 76,232 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 69,433 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 62,878 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 54,904 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 54,904 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 45,767 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 37,467 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 29,316 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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FJ59 RUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FJ59 RUA, 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 FJ59 RUA registered?

FJ59 RUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is FJ59 RUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ59 RUA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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