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SP59 TSO

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

170,143 mi
Last recorded170,143 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 TSO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 170,143 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 161,442 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 153,473 miles

Central Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 148,158 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 144,413 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 138,711 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 132,357 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 123,806 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 113,519 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 111,589 miles

Central Lower Oil leak sump area ()

Central Rear Play in propshaft centre bearing rubber bonding deteriorated and perished ()

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear above fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Oil leak gearbox selector mechanism ()

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear above fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 101,829 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 89,539 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 68,690 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 46,460 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 46,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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 TSO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SP59 TSO, 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 TSO registered?

SP59 TSO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is SP59 TSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 TSO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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