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EA59 OME

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

195,901 mi
Last recorded195,901 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 OME
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 195,901 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 189,670 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 188,491 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 188,491 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 186,340 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 184,281 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 184,274 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 184,137 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 174,047 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 157,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlight slightly misted

Small chips in windscreen

Fail 11 Apr 2019 157,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlight slightly misted

Small chips in windscreen

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 141,505 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 122,963 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side front tyre worn on inner egde

wipers poor

Pass 15 Apr 2016 105,990 miles

chips in windscreen

nearside & offside front brakes binding slightly

Pass 15 Apr 2015 90,852 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside outer sill damaged

nearside side loading door damaged

Pass 19 Apr 2014 75,643 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 59,673 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 43,555 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly worn

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 OME is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA59 OME, 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 EA59 OME?

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What year was EA59 OME registered?

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

Is EA59 OME safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA59 OME shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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