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BF59 BNX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

256,268 mi
Last recorded256,268 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 BNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 256,268 miles

Oil leak ()

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Fail 4 Dec 2017 256,268 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak ()

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Various side marker lamp inoperative

Pass 5 Dec 2016 222,375 miles

Front Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 222,375 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Oil leak engine oil leak ()

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 191,591 miles

oil leak on engine

Fail 30 Nov 2015 191,591 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

oil leak on engine

Pass 6 Dec 2014 164,648 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 320,433 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 247,826 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 247,826 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

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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BF59 BNX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 BF59 BNX, 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 BF59 BNX registered?

BF59 BNX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 11 September 2009.

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