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LJ58 VLF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

264,664 mi
Last recorded264,664 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 VLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 264,664 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 264,663 miles

Rear Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 264,658 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 261,650 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake reading low

Pass 10 Jun 2021 256,714 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 244,940 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 244,498 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 237,793 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 219,316 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 198,142 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 198,140 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 182,089 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 159,039 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 137,988 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 109,224 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 80,285 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 112,947 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 19,905 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 19,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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LJ58 VLF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LJ58 VLF, 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 LJ58 VLF?

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What year was LJ58 VLF registered?

LJ58 VLF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 24 February 2009.

Is LJ58 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 VLF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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