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F588 EWJ

1989 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

242,523 mi
Last recorded242,523 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sprinter102,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF588 EWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2009 242,523 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 241,586 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 241,586 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 240,858 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 239,573 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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F588 EWJ is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 102,209 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 F588 EWJ, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F588 EWJ registered?

F588 EWJ is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 15 March 1989.

Is F588 EWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F588 EWJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F588 EWJ have outstanding finance?

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