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GK59 VBG

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,711 mi
Last recorded93,711 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 VBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 93,711 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 87,135 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 87,135 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2020 80,810 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 75,776 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2018 68,285 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 62,581 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 54,585 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 47,664 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)

Fail 12 Sep 2015 47,664 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 41,953 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 33,818 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 33,818 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 26,899 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 26,878 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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GK59 VBG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GK59 VBG, 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 VBG registered?

GK59 VBG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is GK59 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK59 VBG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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