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HY59 URB

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

231,095 mi
Last recorded231,095 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 URB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 231,095 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 215,551 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 215,547 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative lens damage (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 200,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 200,677 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 183,564 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s door mirror damaged

Fail 26 Sep 2016 183,553 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear ,x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s door mirror damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2015 163,400 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

TPMS light on

engine management light on

Fail 17 Jun 2015 163,391 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

TPMS light on

engine management light on

Pass 11 Jun 2014 146,926 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 146,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 133,544 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear discs are worn

n/s front tyre is wearing on outer edge of tread

Fail 18 Jun 2013 133,544 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear discs are worn

n/s front tyre is wearing on outer edge of tread

Pass 8 Jun 2012 95,300 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012

Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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HY59 URB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 HY59 URB, 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 HY59 URB registered?

HY59 URB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 20 October 2009.

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