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KU09 NKA

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

693,182 mi
Last recorded693,182 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 NKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 693,182 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to underbody components and suspension components

Pass 1 Aug 2025 692,039 miles

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

age related surface rust to undedrside

Fail 31 Jul 2025 692,039 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

age related surface rust to undedrside

Pass 26 Aug 2023 690,068 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nsr osr inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

age related surface rust to underside

Pass 13 Aug 2022 688,796 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 687,476 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 683,681 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 641,090 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2018 641,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 579,315 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2017 579,310 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 541,599 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

brake warning light on but pads ok

exhaust hanger broke but exhaust still secure

Fail 16 Nov 2016 541,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

brake warning light on but pads ok

exhaust hanger broke but exhaust still secure

Pass 6 Nov 2015 481,659 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 481,659 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear twice above fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 427,755 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 427,755 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 252,232 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 158,251 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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KU09 NKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 KU09 NKA, 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 KU09 NKA?

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What year was KU09 NKA registered?

KU09 NKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is KU09 NKA safe to buy?

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