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WU09 HGC

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

302,889 mi
Last recorded302,889 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 HGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 302,889 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

offside headlamp deteriorated

play detected in the steering system

Fail 2 Jun 2016 302,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

offside headlamp deteriorated

play detected in the steering system

Pass 4 Jun 2015 259,732 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 216,063 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 216,055 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 May 2013 185,167 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre wearing low and has multiple small splits in tyre tread

Fail 29 May 2013 185,164 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre wearing low and has multiple small splits in tyre tread

Pass 24 May 2012 136,606 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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WU09 HGC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 WU09 HGC, 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 WU09 HGC registered?

WU09 HGC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 2 June 2009.

Is WU09 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU09 HGC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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