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LB09 MRU

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

308,405 mi
Last recorded308,405 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB09 MRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 308,405 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 302,569 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 296,266 miles

Rear Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 296,266 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 287,158 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 287,158 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 273,808 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 273,808 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel steering connection has excessive play (2.2.B.1i)

Nearside Rear passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 270,127 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 270,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2016 257,193 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 257,193 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 248,664 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 248,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 235,646 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 220,224 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 220,224 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 202,291 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 202,291 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 179,644 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 179,644 miles

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

Front 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)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 160,009 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2013 160,009 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

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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LB09 MRU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB09 MRU, 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 LB09 MRU registered?

LB09 MRU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 July 2009.

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