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FN59 VLW

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

176,103 mi
Last recorded176,103 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN59 VLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2015 176,103 miles

both rear tyres on 3-3.5mm

nearside front antiroll bar link upper boot perished

windscreen damaged not in swept area

Pass 3 Sep 2014 134,946 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 95,745 miles

Electronic stability system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 61,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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FN59 VLW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN59 VLW, 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 FN59 VLW registered?

FN59 VLW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is FN59 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN59 VLW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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