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SW59 BVJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

238,699 mi
Last recorded238,699 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 BVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 238,699 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 221,549 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 205,444 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 182,372 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear REAR COIL SPRINGS MODIFIED

Pass 31 May 2018 167,486 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 167,220 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 152,567 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing uneven (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 136,354 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2016 136,318 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 115,899 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 95,951 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 70,592 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 70,592 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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SW59 BVJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SW59 BVJ, 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 SW59 BVJ registered?

SW59 BVJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is SW59 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 BVJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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