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BO55 HTA

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,720 mi
Last recorded27,720 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO55 HTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 27,720 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 27,449 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 27,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

motorhome fresh water tank loose in carrier,but secure in position

Fail 8 Nov 2024 27,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working x1 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Outline marker lamp not working x1 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

motorhome fresh water tank loose in carrier,but secure in position

Pass 19 Sep 2023 26,135 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 26,118 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 25,466 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 23,713 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 22,672 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Water tank insecure, not likely to fall from vehicle

Fail 14 Jul 2020 22,668 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Water tank insecure, not likely to fall from vehicle

Pass 10 May 2019 20,996 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 20,987 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 19,494 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 19,493 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 18,333 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 17,540 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 17,077 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 16,598 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s centre side marker lamp not working

oil leak from hose going to gearbox

Pass 7 Mar 2014 14,771 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 13,118 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 10,977 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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BO55 HTA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BO55 HTA, 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 BO55 HTA registered?

BO55 HTA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is BO55 HTA safe to buy?

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