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FT09 MHX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,683 mi
Last recorded72,683 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT09 MHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 72,683 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 70,164 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 70,164 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2023 69,698 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2021 67,843 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 67,367 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 67,241 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2018 67,241 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 65,954 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 65,529 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 54,829 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 42,739 miles

o/s rear tyre worn on the edges

Pass 10 Feb 2012 30,511 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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FT09 MHX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FT09 MHX, 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 FT09 MHX registered?

FT09 MHX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 6 April 2009.

Is FT09 MHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT09 MHX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT09 MHX have outstanding finance?

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