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AV59 AWA

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

122,141 mi
Last recorded122,141 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 AWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 122,141 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 121,966 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

n/s and o/s rear shock absorber bushes perishing

Pass 23 Nov 2023 121,439 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play up and down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play up and down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 120,609 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play up and down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play up and down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

o/s/r position light output slightly reduced

Pass 3 Nov 2021 115,371 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 108,878 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 99,453 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x stonechips and crack in zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 3 x stonechips outside zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 99,443 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component 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))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x stonechips and crack in zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 3 x stonechips outside zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 90,276 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 79,862 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 70,384 miles

N/S repeator lamp missing lens.

N/S/F tyre worn low on outer edge. Please monitor.

Windscreen chipped.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 56,587 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear diff leaking oil

the diesel particulate filter is asking to be stolen

Pass 28 Aug 2014 47,936 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 38,781 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,620 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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AV59 AWA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 142,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV59 AWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV59 AWA registered?

AV59 AWA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 15 September 2009.

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