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SH09 SMX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

234,040 mi
Last recorded234,040 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 SMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 234,040 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 228,126 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 224,776 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 212,382 miles

Offside Rear Light lens damaged.

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

Fail 20 Feb 2023 212,382 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Light lens damaged.

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 211,707 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 209,224 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 204,002 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 199,618 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 194,718 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both slight movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 167,089 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 137,588 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 113,719 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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SH09 SMX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SH09 SMX, 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

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What year was SH09 SMX registered?

SH09 SMX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 17 November 2009.

Is SH09 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 SMX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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