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YH59 JDK

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

238,401 mi
Last recorded238,401 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 JDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 238,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 25 Oct 2016 223,710 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush offside nearside (2.7.4)

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

service brake: service brake efficiency just met.it would appear that the brake system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 2 Oct 2015 201,252 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (2.4.G.2)

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

play in steering rack inner joints

slight lift in both bottom ball joints

Fail 2 Oct 2015 201,250 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (2.4.G.2)

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

play in steering rack inner joints

slight lift in both bottom ball joints

Pass 2 Oct 2014 161,364 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 Sep 2014 161,364 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 124,911 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight lift in both front bottom ball joints

slight play in ALL rear anti roll bar link bushes

Fail 18 Oct 2013 124,910 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight lift in both front bottom ball joints

slight play in ALL rear anti roll bar link bushes

Pass 23 Oct 2012 88,938 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 88,938 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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YH59 JDK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YH59 JDK, 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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YH59 JDK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 27 October 2009.

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