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WN59 WNY

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

391,360 mi
Last recorded391,360 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN59 WNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 391,360 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

n/s/r floor corroded, General body condition poor

Pass 27 Jul 2021 358,443 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 358,443 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 366,890 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 315,473 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 315,471 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 290,016 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 274,719 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 274,219 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 225,648 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

slight play in lower coloum bearing

slight play in steering rack

Fail 20 Jun 2016 225,648 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

slight play in lower coloum bearing

slight play in steering rack

Pass 22 Jun 2015 183,156 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 180,153 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 131,900 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 123,577 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 101,025 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 101,025 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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WN59 WNY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WN59 WNY, 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 WN59 WNY registered?

WN59 WNY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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