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DK59 CHN

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2178cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,958 mi
Last recorded26,958 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK59 CHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,178cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 26,958 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 26,957 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 26,431 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 26,431 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,811 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 25,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach both (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach both (5.2.3 (m)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2022 25,161 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 24,139 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 23,763 miles

Nearside Rear wiper missing

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 22,971 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 21,442 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 19,134 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 17,106 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 14,657 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 12,628 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 9,929 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 7,153 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 4,734 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 2,808 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 8 Sep 2010 2,808 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DK59 CHN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,178cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK59 CHN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK59 CHN?

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What year was DK59 CHN registered?

DK59 CHN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is DK59 CHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK59 CHN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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