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FP59 TWG

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

188,811 mi
Last recorded188,811 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 TWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 188,811 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 184,085 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 177,479 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 169,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 161,546 miles

slight deterioration on rear diff bushes

Fail 4 Mar 2021 161,546 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

slight deterioration on rear diff bushes

Pass 6 Mar 2020 154,704 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 146,080 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 138,280 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 131,452 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 122,951 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 122,951 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 113,181 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 103,936 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 75,679 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 75,677 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 TWG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FP59 TWG, 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 FP59 TWG registered?

FP59 TWG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is FP59 TWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 TWG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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