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SG09 VFV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,452 mi
Last recorded99,452 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 VFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 99,452 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front and rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body off vehicle front and back. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 92,323 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 81,454 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lamp damaged but has no sharp edges or showing white light.

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 72,782 miles

EML light on indicating a fault.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 62,060 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 46,361 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2014 41,615 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 41,615 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 41,583 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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SG09 VFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SG09 VFV, 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 SG09 VFV registered?

SG09 VFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is SG09 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 VFV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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