2009 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.2L Diesel · EX59 XBW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted on 1 May 2024 at 198,434 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the Sprinter currently meets all minimum legal safety and emissions standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022 and 2021, suggesting that the previous owners have addressed necessary repairs before they escalated into failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 17-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per annum. Between the 2020 test at 175,854 miles and the 2022 test at 195,245 miles, the vehicle covered nearly 20,000 miles, representing a regular usage pattern. A brief gap exists in July 2021 where the vehicle failed at 184,333 miles but passed just six days later at 184,339 miles. This indicates a minor mechanical issue that was rectified immediately without long-term mechanical neglect. Despite the clean recent history, the high mileage of nearly 200,000 miles necessitates a physical inspection of heavy-duty components. A buyer should scrutinize the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly along the sills and mounting points which are common failure areas for this generation Sprinter. The suspension should be checked for worn bushes and sagging coil springs, as high mileage accelerates wear on rubber components. Given the age and distance, checking for brake fluid leaks and the condition of the brake calipers is also essential to ensure the vehicle remains reliable for continued use.