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FX09 YKU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

177,542 mi
Last recorded177,542 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 YKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 177,542 miles

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

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 177,164 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 167,307 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 157,645 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 152,738 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 148,412 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 144,558 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 139,797 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 134,167 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 128,251 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 113,053 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 91,608 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 724,654 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 50,820 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 30,534 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 16,664 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 7,941 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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FX09 YKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FX09 YKU, 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 FX09 YKU?

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What year was FX09 YKU registered?

FX09 YKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is FX09 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 YKU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX09 YKU have outstanding finance?

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