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DG59 EXV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

166,063 mi
Last recorded166,063 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 EXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 166,063 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 166,054 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front 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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 159,836 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 159,817 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases dpf (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 133,895 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 105,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Mar 2017 105,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Mar 2016 88,004 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn x2 (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 88,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage side repeater lens broken (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lens broken (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour x2 (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn x2 (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Jan 2015 65,253 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 65,253 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 53,386 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 42,451 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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DG59 EXV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DG59 EXV, 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 DG59 EXV registered?

DG59 EXV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is DG59 EXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 EXV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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