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SW09 CXV

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,096 mi
Last recorded121,096 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 CXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 121,096 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 108,596 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 96,512 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 93,485 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 93,485 miles

Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 78,365 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 78,365 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 64,304 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 64,304 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 52,373 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 52,373 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 39,266 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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SW09 CXV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SW09 CXV, 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 SW09 CXV?

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What year was SW09 CXV registered?

SW09 CXV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 20 June 2009.

Is SW09 CXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 CXV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW09 CXV have outstanding finance?

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