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NK59 ESN

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,643 mi
Last recorded177,643 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK59 ESN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 177,643 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

underside corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2025 162,775 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underside corroded

Fail 22 Jun 2025 162,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords replaced with spare (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underside corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm replaced with spare (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 148,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 148,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 132,461 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 117,300 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 100,893 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2021 100,871 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 88,706 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 77,564 miles

no tow ball fitted

Fail 7 May 2019 77,564 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

no tow ball fitted

Pass 16 May 2018 64,257 miles

brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2017 62,066 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 22 Nov 2017 62,037 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2016 57,276 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 49,670 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2014 41,734 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 34,002 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 24,810 miles

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

rear diff leaking oil

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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NK59 ESN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NK59 ESN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NK59 ESN?

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What year was NK59 ESN registered?

NK59 ESN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is NK59 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK59 ESN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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