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FL59 XUM

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

217,982 mi
Last recorded217,982 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 XUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 217,982 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rack end

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rack end has slight play

Pass 23 Oct 2015 205,041 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all steel b/pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 21 Oct 2015 205,039 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement hand brake lever not returning corectly (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge worn uneven (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all steel b/pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 188,470 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 160,514 miles

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

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2012 116,220 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (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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FL59 XUM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FL59 XUM, 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 XUM registered?

FL59 XUM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is FL59 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 XUM shows 6 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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