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SP59 TNF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

264,918 mi
Last recorded264,918 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 TNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 264,918 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 264,914 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 253,656 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 253,656 miles

Nearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury side door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 232,063 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 196,394 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 196,392 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 158,435 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Sep 2017 158,433 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 122,567 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 122,566 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 90,806 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 90,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 76,244 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 76,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 67,062 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 67,055 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 60,119 miles

diff oil leak

wipers in poor condition

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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SP59 TNF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SP59 TNF, 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

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What year was SP59 TNF registered?

SP59 TNF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is SP59 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 TNF shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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