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PJ59 BFE

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

194,712 mi
Last recorded194,712 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 BFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 194,712 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 188,879 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 185,478 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 181,166 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 176,263 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 167,084 miles

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

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

rear dif bushes worn

Pass 29 Oct 2019 158,856 miles

Rear Diff bushes slight play

Pass 24 Oct 2018 149,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 145,164 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2017 145,164 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 139,393 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 118,736 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 89,663 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 89,663 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 76,139 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 60,413 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 60,413 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PJ59 BFE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PJ59 BFE, 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

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What year was PJ59 BFE registered?

PJ59 BFE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is PJ59 BFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ59 BFE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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