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SG09 VHO

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,371 mi
Last recorded41,371 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 VHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 41,371 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 41,366 miles

Brake cable damaged FRONT TO REAR (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury SLD (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury SILL (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 40,278 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 37,515 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 33,815 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 31,605 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 29,483 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 27,165 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 24,872 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,190 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 19,460 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 16,536 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 15,517 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,223 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 8,047 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 7,980 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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 VHO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SG09 VHO, 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 SG09 VHO?

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What year was SG09 VHO registered?

SG09 VHO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is SG09 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 VHO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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