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GK59 UYZ

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,699 mi
Last recorded47,699 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 UYZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 47,699 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 45,159 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 41,760 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 41,733 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and nail (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 39,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 38,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 37,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 36,179 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 33,581 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 31,599 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 28,169 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,956 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 21,402 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 17,236 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside front wiperblade starting to split

Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,600 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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GK59 UYZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GK59 UYZ, 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

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What year was GK59 UYZ registered?

GK59 UYZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is GK59 UYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK59 UYZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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