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BJ59 VYN

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

213,461 mi
Last recorded213,461 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 VYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 213,461 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at the flexible section, (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective 1st bracket corroded very thin (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 213,453 miles

Exhaust system insecure 2nd bracket corroded through and insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view door mirror damaged, and indicator lens missing , sharp edges (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment pull right up to the stops (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at the flexible section, (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective 1st bracket corroded very thin (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 208,435 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt clip broken (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 191,045 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 185,224 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 180,253 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 174,912 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 168,369 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 168,334 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 166,633 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 164,368 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 161,010 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 143,403 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 116,022 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 114,980 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BJ59 VYN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ59 VYN, 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 BJ59 VYN registered?

BJ59 VYN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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