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T509 EGX

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

195,685 mi
Last recorded195,685 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT509 EGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2012 195,685 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 169,818 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010
Fail 6 Jul 2010

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Apr 2010

Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 61,340 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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T509 EGX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 117,280 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 T509 EGX, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T509 EGX?

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What year was T509 EGX registered?

T509 EGX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 July 1999.

Is T509 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T509 EGX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T509 EGX have outstanding finance?

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