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RK09 ZHO

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

393,865 mi
Last recorded393,865 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 ZHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 393,865 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 393,862 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Offside Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2025 388,838 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2024 388,301 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 388,301 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 384,012 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 371,635 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 370,003 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 367,200 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 338,251 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 310,544 miles

Front Lower ball joints got minor play

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated

pin hole in nearside steering rack gaiter

Pass 2 Feb 2017 280,239 miles

Nearside steering rack gaiter very slightly split,still preventing ingress of dirt

Pass 9 Feb 2016 254,101 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated

drivers washer hose split,still sufficient washer fluid on to screen

small hole in nearside steering rack gaiter

Pass 26 Jan 2015 219,150 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 181,355 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

wiperblades smear slightly

Pass 31 Jan 2013 140,555 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 103,112 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 73,301 miles

slight oil leak at rear diff.

tiny stonechip in ns wiped area

Pass 11 Feb 2010 18,763 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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RK09 ZHO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RK09 ZHO, 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 RK09 ZHO registered?

RK09 ZHO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 12 March 2009.

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