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LX09 VVP

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

196,619 mi
Last recorded196,619 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX09 VVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2026 196,619 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake wear illuminated pads okay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Back box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2023 195,329 miles

Exhaust system insecure BACKBOX (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OS+NS (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 191,366 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

brake warning light illuminated but all pads fine

light under-body corrosion

multiple warnings for vehicle lighting, but all function correctly

Fail 7 Oct 2022 191,366 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

brake warning light illuminated but all pads fine

light under-body corrosion

multiple warnings for vehicle lighting, but all function correctly

Pass 18 Jun 2021 186,172 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front fog lamp doesn't work

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

light under-body corrosion

Fail 18 Jun 2021 186,172 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front fog lamp doesn't work

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

light under-body corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2020 175,830 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 155,408 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 133,760 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 116,573 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 99,052 miles

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

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

oil leaks

Fail 2 Apr 2016 99,048 miles

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

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

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

oil leaks

Pass 23 Apr 2015 91,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2013 72,740 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

engine management light on

rear brake back plates rubbing

Pass 1 May 2012 61,443 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

reversing lamp fault

slight damage to n/s wiper blade

Fail 1 May 2012 61,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

reversing lamp fault

slight damage to n/s wiper blade

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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LX09 VVP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LX09 VVP, 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 LX09 VVP registered?

LX09 VVP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 May 2009.

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