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KR09 LXF

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

150,273 mi
Last recorded150,273 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 LXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 150,273 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 150,273 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 149,220 miles

n/s mirror and indicator light damage

n/s/r upper of 2 side light out

o/s/r lower of 2 side light out

rear outer marker lamps out

Fail 4 Jul 2018 149,220 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

n/s mirror and indicator light damage

n/s/r upper of 2 side light out

o/s/r lower of 2 side light out

rear outer marker lamps out

Pass 8 Jul 2017 144,764 miles

both front anti roll bar bushes have slight play

both rear anti roll bar bushes have slight play

nearside mirror glass slight damage

Fail 4 Jul 2017 144,757 miles

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

both front anti roll bar bushes have slight play

both rear anti roll bar bushes have slight play

both rear handbrake efforts weak

front brake discs worn & corroded

front brake pads very close to minimum thickness

nearside mirror glass slight damage

rear brake pads very close to minimum thickness

Pass 4 Jul 2016 129,655 miles

both mirror backs damaged and n/s side repeater lenz

front discs and pads worn

lower fan cowling insecure

n/s wiper split on end

o/s/r lower side light of 2 not working

Fail 6 Jul 2015 114,425 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Side repeater has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r outer bulb out and o/s/r lower bulb out

Pass 6 Jul 2015 114,425 miles

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

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r outer bulb out and o/s/r lower bulb out

Fail 7 Jul 2014 91,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 91,431 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 72,318 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 72,318 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 62,258 miles

Front and rear brake pads wearing down

Fail 2 Jul 2012 62,258 miles

Front and rear brake pads wearing down

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KR09 LXF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KR09 LXF, 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 KR09 LXF registered?

KR09 LXF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is KR09 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 LXF shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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