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EA59 KTU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

183,253 mi
Last recorded183,253 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 KTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 183,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 183,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 170,625 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 152,970 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 144,933 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 144,933 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 116,390 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 81,383 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 64,175 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 101,654 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush 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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EA59 KTU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EA59 KTU, 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 EA59 KTU registered?

EA59 KTU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 November 2009.

Is EA59 KTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA59 KTU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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