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SJ59 XRE

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

163,097 mi
Last recorded163,097 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ59 XRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 163,097 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 161,055 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 161,045 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear lamp lens is slightly cracked

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

Rear Tailgate damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2023 160,204 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear boot damaged

Pass 21 Sep 2022 158,750 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 157,533 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 155,690 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 153,227 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle clip broken

advise low emission no print out

Pass 7 Sep 2018 149,980 miles

advise low emission no print out

Pass 25 Sep 2017 147,825 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 145,151 miles

advise low emssuiopn

Pass 9 Nov 2015 142,824 miles

advise low emssion

Pass 10 Nov 2014 140,276 miles

advise no print out low emssion

Pass 12 Aug 2013 132,076 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 86,558 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 86,538 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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SJ59 XRE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SJ59 XRE, 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 SJ59 XRE registered?

SJ59 XRE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is SJ59 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ59 XRE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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