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DK09 YBV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

242,301 mi
Last recorded242,301 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 YBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 242,301 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering column shaft deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 240,326 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

genaral corrotion

Fail 2 Nov 2021 240,321 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

genaral corrotion

Fail 6 Oct 2020 240,135 miles

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

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 234,819 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 221,543 miles

Abs light came on after brake rollers

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

Knocking on steering

Side markers inop

Slight body damage nearside

Steering wheel worn

Pass 25 Aug 2017 203,471 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery lamp on

Fail 24 Aug 2017 203,467 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light light cluster broken (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery lamp on

Pass 11 Aug 2016 189,007 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 174,775 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2014 164,249 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 136,399 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 136,398 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 101,742 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 YBV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DK09 YBV, 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 YBV registered?

DK09 YBV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 19 May 2009.

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