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WV59 PYJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,052 mi
Last recorded127,052 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito122,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 PYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 127,052 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 May 2024 127,051 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 May 2023 120,638 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 May 2022 116,443 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 May 2022 116,443 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 May 2021 113,463 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 111,435 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 109,574 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 108,923 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 106,564 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 101,086 miles

nail in o/s/f tyre

Fail 27 Jul 2015 101,086 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

nail in o/s/f tyre

Pass 10 Jul 2014 81,932 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

accident damage to front lower of vehicle

bonnet catch handle broken making opening difficult

general wear/play to steering/suspension

o/s door mirror damaged

Fail 3 Jul 2014 81,921 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

accident damage to front lower of vehicle

bonnet catch handle broken making opening difficult

general wear/play to steering/suspension

o/s door mirror damaged

Pass 26 Jun 2013 48,452 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 48,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front 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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WV59 PYJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WV59 PYJ, 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 WV59 PYJ registered?

WV59 PYJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 October 2009.

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