CarVerify

Free Car Check

EA59 ONS

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2151cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

241,905 mi
Last recorded241,905 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 241,905 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes underside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2024 241,716 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes underside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside/offside (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 231,481 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside/offside wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on edge tyre also has cuts (not to cords) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside marker light not working

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

brake pad wear warning light on dash (all pads ok for wear)

steering stiff to operate

Pass 9 Nov 2022 220,785 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease front to rear offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 213,841 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 213,841 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 210,191 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Noise from steering detected. Possible Steering universal joint fault

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger rear sliding door heavily corroded

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Osf and Nsf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 206,056 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 206,041 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 193,603 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 164,065 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 147,356 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 132,000 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 111,994 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 5 Sep 2013 89,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 89,403 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 66,260 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sprinter reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EA59 ONS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 ONS, 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 ONS?

You can check the full history of EA59 ONS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EA59 ONS registered?

EA59 ONS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 2 December 2009.

Is EA59 ONS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA59 ONS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EA59 ONS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EA59 ONS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.