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SP09 HTE

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,298 mi
Last recorded97,298 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 HTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 97,298 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 93,186 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 91,087 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 91,087 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2023 85,288 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 79,839 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 71,954 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 70,168 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 56,748 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 45,533 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust pipe corroded

both head lamp lens have beam deflectors fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2017 24,472 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,850 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a puncture

Rear tyres perishing (195/65R16C)

exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,505 miles

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

rear tyres perished

Pass 31 Mar 2014 16,601 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 13,028 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 11,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 11,171 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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SP09 HTE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SP09 HTE, 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

How do I check the history of SP09 HTE?

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What year was SP09 HTE registered?

SP09 HTE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is SP09 HTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP09 HTE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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