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KU59 OWX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,854 mi
Last recorded74,854 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 74,854 miles

bonnet on outer edge rusting

Pass 25 Jan 2022 73,236 miles

Bonnet rusting

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 72,784 miles

General corrosion to tipper body

Pass 21 Jun 2019 69,328 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 69,328 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 66,394 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 66,394 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2016 56,753 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2016 56,753 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 45,905 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 39,454 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2014 39,454 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 11 Dec 2013 30,039 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 30,034 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 17,113 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 OWX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KU59 OWX, 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 OWX?

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What year was KU59 OWX registered?

KU59 OWX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is KU59 OWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU59 OWX shows 15 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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