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VU59 MGJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,907 mi
Last recorded128,907 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 MGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 128,907 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 127,137 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Apr 2024 125,311 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 117,931 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 107,760 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 107,760 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 104,626 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 97,823 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 93,406 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear lamp damaged but not showing white light

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 86,293 miles

Offside Rear lamp cracked but showing white light

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 86,293 miles

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

Offside Rear lamp cracked but showing white light

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 81,934 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 81,934 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 73,698 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 52,395 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 41,478 miles

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 MGJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VU59 MGJ, 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

How do I check the history of VU59 MGJ?

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What year was VU59 MGJ registered?

VU59 MGJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 13 October 2009.

Is VU59 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU59 MGJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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