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FL59 OGE

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

247,986 mi
Last recorded247,986 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 OGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 247,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 225,890 miles

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

Play in inner rack ends

Fail 8 Feb 2016 225,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high unable to adjust (1.8)

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

Play in inner rack ends

Pass 22 Sep 2014 195,200 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 169,534 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 169,534 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 123,732 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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FL59 OGE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL59 OGE, 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 FL59 OGE registered?

FL59 OGE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 2 October 2009.

Is FL59 OGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 OGE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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