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YK59 JVP

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

222,325 mi
Last recorded222,325 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK59 JVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 222,325 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

DPF filter cleaning invoice provided

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 213,984 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2018 203,814 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 200,314 miles

Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

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

slight smoking from exhaust but not considered excessive

Fail 25 Apr 2017 200,279 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 176,493 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 176,490 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 157,564 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 145,344 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 145,344 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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YK59 JVP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YK59 JVP, 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 YK59 JVP registered?

YK59 JVP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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