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LN59 UUY

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,617 mi
Last recorded64,617 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN59 UUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 64,617 miles

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

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

rear axle front oil seal leaking

Pass 3 Jan 2025 55,968 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 55,964 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2023 50,113 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 48,219 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 38,738 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 38,321 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 37,973 miles

fuel filter area damp

Pass 9 Apr 2019 36,966 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 35,847 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 33,915 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 32,327 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 31,687 miles

Front Sub-frame cracked marked yellow (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 29,393 miles

Tempory drivers seat loose

Fail 14 Jan 2015 29,392 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tempory drivers seat loose

Pass 11 Feb 2014 26,942 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 26,929 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 26,928 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 23,730 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,492 miles

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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LN59 UUY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LN59 UUY, 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 LN59 UUY?

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What year was LN59 UUY registered?

LN59 UUY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is LN59 UUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN59 UUY shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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