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PJ59 BFX

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

353,767 mi
Last recorded353,767 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 BFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 353,767 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 340,918 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 329,015 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 313,197 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 294,577 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 294,577 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 281,506 miles

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 264,517 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 256,755 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 235,432 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Scrubbing on Edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 215,159 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 211,260 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2014 198,207 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 158,911 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 111,448 miles

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 BFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BFX, 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 PJ59 BFX registered?

PJ59 BFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is PJ59 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ59 BFX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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