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GK59 VAY

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

112,319 mi
Last recorded112,319 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 VAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 112,319 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside less efficient than nearside (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 106,940 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 100,570 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2023 96,113 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 96,113 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 91,491 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 86,133 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 72,513 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 64,444 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 64,444 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 57,061 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 52,464 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 43,876 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 35,142 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 32,010 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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GK59 VAY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GK59 VAY, 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 GK59 VAY registered?

GK59 VAY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 November 2009.

Is GK59 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK59 VAY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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