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GK59 VDP

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

582,369 mi
Last recorded582,369 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 VDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 582,369 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 539,496 miles

Oil leak

engine light on

Fail 15 Nov 2014 537,718 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Sub-frame cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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Pass 30 Nov 2013 451,628 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

parking brakes requires repair/adjustments discdrums

presenter adviced

Fail 30 Nov 2013 451,628 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

parking brakes requires repair/adjustments discdrums

presenter adviced

Pass 15 Dec 2012 351,460 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

presenter adviced

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 VDP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GK59 VDP, 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 GK59 VDP registered?

GK59 VDP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is GK59 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK59 VDP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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