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FL09 HDF

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

170,311 mi
Last recorded170,311 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 HDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 170,311 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 158,401 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 144,839 miles

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 126,141 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 111,474 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear of van fully loaded preventing a inspection of area at time of test

Pass 9 Sep 2017 98,458 miles

Exhaust clamp missing from rear joint and exhaust gearbox bracket broken

Front Both road tyres are worn low

Offside Front Water inside headlamp

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Park brake starting to stick on both sides

Rear Rear of van fully loaded at time of test

Fail 9 Sep 2017 98,458 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust clamp missing from rear joint and exhaust gearbox bracket broken

Front Both road tyres are worn low

Front Strong smell of fuel from engine bay area, full engine covers fitted

Front Wipers not fully tested and will need full testing at retest

Offside Front Water inside headlamp

Oil leak ()

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Park brake starting to stick on both sides

Rear Rear of van fully loaded at time of test

Pass 22 Sep 2016 89,031 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 72,010 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2014 203,189 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 203,189 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 159,234 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 112,113 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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FL09 HDF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FL09 HDF, 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 FL09 HDF registered?

FL09 HDF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is FL09 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL09 HDF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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