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VU59 CXE

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Yellow Diesel 2150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

405,896 mi
Last recorded405,896 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 CXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,150cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 405,896 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 405,896 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 405,425 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 405,425 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 385,740 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 378,132 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 356,570 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 356,570 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 334,025 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 288,852 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 245,903 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 195,873 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 139,621 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 56,948 miles

slight oil leak from diff

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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VU59 CXE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Yellow with a 2,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 VU59 CXE, 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 VU59 CXE registered?

VU59 CXE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is VU59 CXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU59 CXE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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