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KX59 JWY

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

353,400 mi
Last recorded353,400 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX59 JWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 353,400 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 353,315 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Nearside AND Offside Front (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2026 352,865 miles

Central Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working Washer bottle & pumps missing (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2026 351,541 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 1st 3.6 2nd 3.9. Limit 1.5 applied (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear flexi , marked , two locations (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Red bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Under bonnet (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing around both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear flexi , corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing around both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine , requires attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 339,237 miles

Coolant leak Water pump ?

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlight top bracket damaged , light unit secure at time of test

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 328,666 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 311,988 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 294,378 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 277,646 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 266,009 miles

Offside Rear parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 12 Jun 2020 259,992 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 259,989 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 252,543 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 237,842 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 222,919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 207,763 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 191,674 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 182,524 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 163,909 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Nearside & Offside upper bushes (2.7.4)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 145,863 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 145,863 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 131,105 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 111,482 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 111,232 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 May 2012 78,903 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 53,688 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 13,268 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 216 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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KX59 JWY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KX59 JWY, 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 KX59 JWY registered?

KX59 JWY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 December 2009.

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