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PN59 ZRV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

122,984 mi
Last recorded122,984 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 ZRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 122,984 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 115,312 miles

Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint both side (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 115,312 miles

Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint both side (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 103,280 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 103,280 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 90,723 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 90,387 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 80,369 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 72,573 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 14 Feb 2014 72,573 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 31 Aug 2013 67,568 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 67,568 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Driver's door pillar insecure (6.2.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 52,161 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 52,160 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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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PN59 ZRV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PN59 ZRV, 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 PN59 ZRV registered?

PN59 ZRV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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