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LM59 OBG

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

136,021 mi
Last recorded136,021 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 OBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 136,021 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2025 136,018 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 135,643 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 134,749 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 134,115 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 133,694 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 133,964 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 132,987 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2020 132,987 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 132,919 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 26 May 2017 120,601 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 101,781 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 85,420 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 67,069 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 56,368 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 48,681 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 30,106 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 8,751 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 8,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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LM59 OBG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LM59 OBG, 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 LM59 OBG?

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What year was LM59 OBG registered?

LM59 OBG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is LM59 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 OBG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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