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SO59 VCW

2009 Toyota Vitz

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,637 mi
Last recorded74,637 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Toyota Vitz60,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO59 VCW
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 74,637 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Jan 2025 63,947 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 63,946 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 59,676 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2024 59,676 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 56,630 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 55,613 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 55,611 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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SO59 VCW is a 2009 Toyota Vitz in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 60,094 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 Toyota Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO59 VCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Toyota Vitz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SO59 VCW registered?

SO59 VCW is a 2009 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is SO59 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO59 VCW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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