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KP59 BYO

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,294 mi
Last recorded163,294 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP59 BYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 163,294 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 157,858 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 156,521 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 155,986 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 155,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 154,056 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 152,081 miles

Nearside Rear reflector minor damage

Pass 1 Aug 2018 149,429 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 149,429 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Axle insecure (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

ignition lock insecure

Pass 16 Oct 2017 147,642 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 147,642 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 142,532 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 138,285 miles

Nearside inner steering rack joint has play

Fail 5 Oct 2015 138,285 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside inner steering rack joint has play

Pass 15 Oct 2014 123,606 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 111,508 miles

Cut in tread of nearside rear tyre

Nearside side repeater lens damaged

Pass 1 Aug 2013 111,396 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 111,395 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front 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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KP59 BYO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KP59 BYO, 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 KP59 BYO registered?

KP59 BYO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is KP59 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP59 BYO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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