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J509 NFD

1991 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,922 mi
Last recorded160,922 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2008
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sprinter121,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ509 NFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2008 160,922 miles

front discs rusty

general under body corrosion

rear metal brake pipes rusty and poor

slight play in both rear anti roll bar links

slight play in steering joints

surface corrosion on exaust

Pass 28 Apr 2007 158,697 miles

slight play both front king pins

underside rusty and poor

Oil leak

anti roll bar bushes worn

o/s/f metal brake pipe rusty

Pass 29 Apr 2006 156,098 miles

both rear tyres cut in tread

general underbody corrosion

o/s/f metal brake pipe rusty

slight exhaust blow flexi joint

slight lift o/s king pin

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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J509 NFD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 121,002 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 J509 NFD, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J509 NFD?

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What year was J509 NFD registered?

J509 NFD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 2 December 1991.

Is J509 NFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J509 NFD shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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