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SG09 VEM

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

283,059 mi
Last recorded283,059 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 VEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 283,059 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 282,567 miles

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

Front shockabsorbers weak

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 245,643 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 245,591 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 235,307 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 235,307 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 204,231 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 204,000 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 165,433 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 165,406 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 144,781 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 144,781 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 101,799 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 50,140 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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SG09 VEM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SG09 VEM, 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 SG09 VEM registered?

SG09 VEM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is SG09 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 VEM shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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