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NK59 ALU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

230,883 mi
Last recorded230,883 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK59 ALU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 230,883 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced COVERED WITH UNDERSEALNT UANABLE TO ASSESS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2026 230,883 miles

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced COVERED WITH UNDERSEALNT UANABLE TO ASSESS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 230,737 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 230,737 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 221,835 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 207,927 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 188,721 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 165,437 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 139,704 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 114,300 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 87,445 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 63,386 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 40,140 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 17,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 17,524 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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NK59 ALU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NK59 ALU, 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.

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What year was NK59 ALU registered?

NK59 ALU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is NK59 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK59 ALU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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