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FV09 BXC

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

174,571 mi
Last recorded174,571 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 BXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 174,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 151,729 miles

Brake pedal has some travel but operates system.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 146,167 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 16 Jul 2015 128,868 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 110,685 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 91,323 miles

Knock in steering system.

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

Fail 17 Jul 2013 91,323 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Knock in steering system.

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 72,082 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

steering rack slightly noisey

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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FV09 BXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV09 BXC, 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 FV09 BXC registered?

FV09 BXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is FV09 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 BXC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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