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VU59 CXF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

403,377 mi
Last recorded403,377 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 CXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2024 403,377 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2023 403,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2022 401,503 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 400,013 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 399,278 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 394,277 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 373,874 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 345,368 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 297,460 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 244,317 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 137,955 miles

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

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

o/s/f brake slight bind

Pass 11 Nov 2011 114,666 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 50,117 miles

hand brake lever approaching end of reserve travel

rear axle imput pinion seal leaking

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 CXF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CXF, 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 VU59 CXF registered?

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

Is VU59 CXF safe to buy?

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