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PN59 BNJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

134,789 mi
Last recorded134,789 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 BNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 134,789 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 129,379 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Sides ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive also rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Sides (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 121,557 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Front & Rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Tailpipe corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2023 121,557 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Front & Rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Tailpipe corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2022 114,526 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test satnav ()

Nearside Front Side step mounting to inner sill damaged

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 114,526 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both Sides (4.1.2 (c))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test satnav ()

Nearside Front Side step mounting to inner sill damaged

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 102,272 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 102,270 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 87,603 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 87,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2018 83,861 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 75,124 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 75,117 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 59,287 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 58,088 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 50,581 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 41,790 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 35,523 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 25,461 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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PN59 BNJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PN59 BNJ, 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 PN59 BNJ registered?

PN59 BNJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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