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VK09 WGU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

374,777 mi
Last recorded374,777 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 WGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 374,777 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 374,761 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 358,020 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 358,020 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 340,036 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 340,036 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 328,445 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 328,445 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2015 376,072 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 376,072 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 291,306 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 291,306 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 274,849 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 274,849 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2012 263,903 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 WGU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 VK09 WGU, 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 VK09 WGU registered?

VK09 WGU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 3 June 2009.

Is VK09 WGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 WGU shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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