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VN59 UVY

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

161,788 mi
Last recorded161,788 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 UVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 161,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 144,373 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side repeater’s (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 127,707 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 116,619 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 116,618 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted bumper corner missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 101,752 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight play

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

Rear Diff bushes slightly worn

Fail 22 Sep 2021 101,750 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack has slight play

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

Rear Diff bushes slightly worn

Pass 24 Sep 2020 78,678 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2020 89,792 miles

Emissions not tested major exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

brake wear sign on dash

Pass 23 Aug 2019 80,059 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 70,733 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2018 70,733 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 60,354 miles

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 45,406 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 37,258 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 29,974 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 21,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 21,485 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 17,289 miles

nearside rear tyre perished on outer sidewall

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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VN59 UVY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VN59 UVY, 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 VN59 UVY?

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What year was VN59 UVY registered?

VN59 UVY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is VN59 UVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN59 UVY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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