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EY09 RYW

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

285,040 mi
Last recorded285,040 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 285,040 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 277,029 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 269,105 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 257,694 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 240,446 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 221,644 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 221,623 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2018 201,230 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 196,223 miles

Nearside Rear body damage

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

unable to test emissions

Fail 4 May 2016 196,215 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working centre (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Nearside Rear body damage

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

unable to test emissions

Pass 2 May 2015 171,724 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 140,315 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2013

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2013
Pass 26 May 2012 78,035 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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EY09 RYW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RYW, 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

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What year was EY09 RYW registered?

EY09 RYW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 27 August 2009.

Is EY09 RYW safe to buy?

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