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GL59 SXX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,037 mi
Last recorded152,037 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 SXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 152,037 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2023 152,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate missing in cab not fitted (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2017 462,145 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)

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

parking brake has slight trevel

Pass 19 Dec 2015 440,612 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 430,950 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 382,296 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 307,730 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 307,730 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GL59 SXX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL59 SXX, 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 GL59 SXX registered?

GL59 SXX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is GL59 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 SXX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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