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AV59 OAU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,216 mi
Last recorded174,216 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 OAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 174,216 miles

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

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

both front steering arms have slight play at inner fixings

Pass 28 May 2015 158,960 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 128,698 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 128,697 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 108,378 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 29,937 miles

Oil leak

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 OAU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OAU, 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 OAU registered?

AV59 OAU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is AV59 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 OAU 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.

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