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FV59 MVK

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

215,985 mi
Last recorded215,985 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 MVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 215,985 miles

rear drop links slight play

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover broke

Fail 19 Nov 2020 215,968 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

o/s/r shock absorber dust cover broke

rear drop links slight play

Pass 11 May 2019 129,208 miles

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit

rear pads low

Pass 18 Apr 2018 123,760 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 117,218 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 113,982 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 103,922 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 85,368 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 82,863 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 Apr 2013 82,863 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FV59 MVK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV59 MVK, 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 FV59 MVK registered?

FV59 MVK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is FV59 MVK safe to buy?

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