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SG09 VPU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

223,956 mi
Last recorded223,956 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 223,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear both rear doors corroded

general underbody corrosion

prop shaft center bush worn but not excessively

Fail 6 Dec 2024 223,787 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drivers step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear both rear doors corroded

general underbody corrosion

prop shaft center bush worn but not excessively

Pass 13 Dec 2023 204,757 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2023 204,757 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 189,526 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 173,393 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 162,092 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 154,960 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 144,059 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 143,405 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing slight play

Offside Rear side marker light not working

Rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 3 Aug 2016 143,405 miles

Rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing slight play

Offside Rear side marker light not working

Pass 4 Aug 2015 135,087 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 135,087 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 115,064 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 91,611 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 65,098 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 VPU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VPU, 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 VPU registered?

SG09 VPU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 12 August 2009.

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