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FP59 BJO

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

208,933 mi
Last recorded208,933 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 BJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 208,933 miles

Nearside Front Chip on windscreen

Pass 23 Oct 2024 202,439 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 193,725 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 193,712 miles

Brake warning device not identifying low pressure (1.1.4 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 185,375 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

rumble from belt tensioner

Fail 18 Oct 2022 185,368 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rumble from belt tensioner

Pass 26 Oct 2021 177,195 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 168,605 miles

evidence of o/s/r brake overheating ...

front & rear inner brake pad thickness not visible ...

long parking brake travel ...

Fail 23 Oct 2020 168,562 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

evidence of o/s/r brake overheating ...

front & rear inner brake pad thickness not visible ...

long parking brake travel ...

Pass 16 Apr 2019 158,017 miles

parking brake travle

Pass 17 Apr 2018 145,807 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Fail 17 Apr 2018 145,807 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers/undertrays

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 132,459 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 132,459 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 121,056 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre has nail

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 121,056 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

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

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre has nail

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 108,794 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 93,290 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 84,629 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 84,629 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 64,909 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 64,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FP59 BJO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 FP59 BJO, 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

How do I check the history of FP59 BJO?

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What year was FP59 BJO registered?

FP59 BJO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is FP59 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 BJO shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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