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DK09 FZJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

395,060 mi
Last recorded395,060 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 FZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 395,060 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 395,040 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 352,787 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 303,518 miles

Nearside Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Inner play in steering arm

Offside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

windscreen marked

Fail 10 Feb 2017 303,461 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage light unit panel (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working side light inop (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold leaking (7.1.2)

Nearside Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Front worn outer edge

Nearside Rear n/s/r handbrake effiency low compared to o/s

Nearside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Inner play in steering arm

Offside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and close (6.2.B.2)

exhaust tail pipe insecure

oil leak intercooler area

windscreen marked

Pass 10 Feb 2016 251,662 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 197,109 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 146,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 106,434 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 74,015 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 45,054 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 15,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,236 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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DK09 FZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DK09 FZJ, 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 DK09 FZJ registered?

DK09 FZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 3 April 2009.

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