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LC59 KYB

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests30 (26 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

361,567 mi
Last recorded361,567 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 KYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

26 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 361,567 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2026 346,150 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 332,594 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 316,635 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 287,134 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 287,134 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 286,932 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2022 270,445 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 257,995 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 252,766 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 240,482 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 240,478 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 231,070 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 231,070 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 229,284 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2019 229,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 221,638 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2019 221,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 212,914 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 203,935 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 203,935 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2017 194,119 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 173,043 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 166,702 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 155,493 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 146,184 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 136,833 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 136,492 miles

ESP light on

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Warning light for open door illuminated

o/s/r wheel has slightly restricted free movement but not enough to register on RBT

rear diff rear bushes worn

Pass 6 May 2014 134,534 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 118,305 miles

both rear diff mounting bushes slightly worn

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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LC59 KYB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 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 LC59 KYB, 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 LC59 KYB registered?

LC59 KYB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is LC59 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 KYB shows 30 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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