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FV09 BYS

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

166,602 mi
Last recorded166,602 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 BYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 166,602 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Various non structural areas covered in Gaffer tape to cover sharp edges, Rear Doors, Rear near side wheel arch & near side sliding door

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack n/s of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 155,779 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 144,715 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 144,711 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 127,338 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 120,650 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 May 2018 120,650 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel system (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear marker lamp out

Pass 15 May 2017 109,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 103,778 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 103,778 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 95,494 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 87,196 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 75,033 miles

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

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

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 BYS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV09 BYS, 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 FV09 BYS registered?

FV09 BYS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 14 May 2009.

Is FV09 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 BYS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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