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SV59 NLT

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

297,247 mi
Last recorded297,247 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV59 NLT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 297,247 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 296,872 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 272,139 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 261,893 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 217,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Dec 2015 217,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 151,181 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 151,181 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 107,785 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 87,685 miles

BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR IS ON BUT PADS LOOK OK

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 87,685 miles

BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR IS ON BUT PADS LOOK OK

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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SV59 NLT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SV59 NLT, 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 SV59 NLT registered?

SV59 NLT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SV59 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV59 NLT shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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