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KU59 ORN

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

94,352 mi
Last recorded94,352 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 ORN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 94,352 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Nov 2025 94,352 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre section over fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre section over fuel tank. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 88,449 miles

Offside Marker lamp lens missing, amber bulbs fitted.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 88,449 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Marker lamp lens missing, amber bulbs fitted.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 86,071 miles

Nearside Rear lens damaged not excessive

Offside marker light lens missing x 2 amber bulbs fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2023 86,071 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear lens damaged not excessive

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

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

Offside marker light lens missing x 2 amber bulbs fitted

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 83,003 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 82,985 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 74,547 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 74,425 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 68,746 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 63,701 miles

Drivers door check strap insecure.

Engine oil leak.

Nearside side and offside side running lamps not working.

Play in both front suspension lower ball joints, Nearside borderline pass.

Pass 11 Nov 2016 57,580 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 51,523 miles

Front & rear antiroll bar bushes worn

Oil weep

Slack in handbrake

Slight play in both front lower arm ball joints

Pass 19 Nov 2014 46,642 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 43,574 miles

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

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

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

drivers seat base cover and foam split and worn

Pass 14 Aug 2012 32,419 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 32,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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KU59 ORN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KU59 ORN, 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

How do I check the history of KU59 ORN?

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What year was KU59 ORN registered?

KU59 ORN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is KU59 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU59 ORN shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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