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FX59 ZZR

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

217,369 mi
Last recorded217,369 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 ZZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 217,369 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2025 204,200 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 196,798 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 196,798 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 185,568 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 175,335 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 164,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 154,978 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 145,434 miles

Nearside Front Outer sidewall

Offside Front Outer sidewall

Fail 29 Aug 2019 145,432 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Outer sidewall

Offside Front Outer sidewall

Pass 14 Aug 2018 133,009 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2017 120,947 miles

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Aug 2017 120,947 miles

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

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 107,678 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 107,678 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 87,144 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 79,995 miles

various tyres have low tread on edges

Pass 16 Aug 2013 72,855 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s front tyre has slightly low tread on inner edge

Pass 17 Sep 2012 60,125 miles

various tyres have low tread on edges

Fail 4 Sep 2012 60,009 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

various tyres have low tread on edges

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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FX59 ZZR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX59 ZZR, 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 FX59 ZZR registered?

FX59 ZZR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is FX59 ZZR safe to buy?

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