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VK09 LZU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

102,904 mi
Last recorded102,904 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 LZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 102,904 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 96,191 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 88,230 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 81,515 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 46,671 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 42,343 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 53,366 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 48,037 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 26,974 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 26,974 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2017 24,562 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 20,508 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 16,697 miles

N/side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 19 May 2014 14,148 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 13,150 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 12,336 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 9,958 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 4,904 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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VK09 LZU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VK09 LZU, 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 VK09 LZU?

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What year was VK09 LZU registered?

VK09 LZU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is VK09 LZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 LZU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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