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DA09 RSX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

415,144 mi
Last recorded415,144 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 RSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 415,144 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight corrosion around vehicle

Pass 28 Jan 2022 396,039 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Dec 2020 361,237 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Dec 2020 361,237 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 314,672 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 286,461 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

temp front seats removed for test and sharp egde temp repair tape carried out

Fail 7 Jul 2018 285,849 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose detached seat belt (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working x3 not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing mirror lens sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outline marker lamp not working x2 not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure not bolted down (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 242,134 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 242,134 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 237,452 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 237,452 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 200,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 14 May 2014 172,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 142,544 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has wear on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 3 Jun 2013 142,544 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has wear on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 27 Jul 2012 111,067 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 111,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DA09 RSX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DA09 RSX, 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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DA09 RSX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 July 2009.

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