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MBZ 1009

2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

134,510 mi
Last recorded134,510 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter136,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 1009
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 134,510 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 131,204 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 131,063 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 126,430 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 126,175 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 121,224 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 121,154 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear 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))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 116,106 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 115,968 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin injector seal leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn eyelet bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn eyelet bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 110,941 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 110,941 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 105,846 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 99,422 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 99,358 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 89,805 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 76,523 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 61,072 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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MBZ 1009 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 136,051 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 MBZ 1009, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBZ 1009 registered?

MBZ 1009 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 22 April 2013.

Is MBZ 1009 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 1009 shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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