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WP09 LXO

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

193,689 mi
Last recorded193,689 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 LXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 193,689 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2024 186,342 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 178,038 miles

Front Wipers poor

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2022 164,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 153,604 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

front brake discs worn

front drop link slight play both front anti roll bar D bush's worn

imbalance front brakes

long travel parking brake adjustment required

Pass 13 Jun 2019 132,060 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 132,055 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 116,941 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 106,046 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 106,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 100,617 miles

Bonnet release catch is sticking

Pass 12 Feb 2015 93,189 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 93,110 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

1. Bonnet release catch faulty 2.Bonnet stay faulty

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low brake reading at offside rear handbrake

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 79,262 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 79,247 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 65,331 miles

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Fail 29 Jan 2013 65,331 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Pass 30 Jan 2012 48,714 miles

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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WP09 LXO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WP09 LXO, 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 WP09 LXO registered?

WP09 LXO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 March 2009.

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