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EY09 RUV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

187,207 mi
Last recorded187,207 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY09 RUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 187,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 184,311 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 182,299 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 161,018 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 137,911 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 137,911 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 111,451 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 91,047 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 67,729 miles

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

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

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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EY09 RUV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EY09 RUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EY09 RUV?

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What year was EY09 RUV registered?

EY09 RUV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is EY09 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY09 RUV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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