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LN09 RAU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,783 mi
Last recorded40,783 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN09 RAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 40,783 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 40,783 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2025 32,032 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 May 2024 24,062 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 18,747 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 18,712 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 18,595 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 18,121 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 16,332 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 15,900 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 2 May 2017 15,498 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 15,498 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 15,112 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,449 miles

engine management lamp on

Fail 28 Apr 2015 14,449 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine management lamp on

Pass 25 Apr 2014 14,070 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 13,449 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 13,023 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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LN09 RAU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LN09 RAU, 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 LN09 RAU?

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What year was LN09 RAU registered?

LN09 RAU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 13 May 2009.

Is LN09 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN09 RAU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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