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YJ09 WVX

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,254 mi
Last recorded165,254 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ09 WVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 165,254 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 152,667 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 152,665 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part touching tyre (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 129,222 miles

N/S Side marker not working

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 129,222 miles

N/S Side marker not working

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 103,739 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 103,739 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside nearside mirror case and wide angle mirror damaged

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

roof markers and side markers not working

Pass 12 Sep 2014 66,149 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 65,753 miles

NSR Mud gaurd missing..OSR is damaged

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 53,577 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 53,577 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

front discs worn and lipped.

rear diff oil leak.

Pass 18 Jan 2012 37,856 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YJ09 WVX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,151cc 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 YJ09 WVX, 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 YJ09 WVX registered?

YJ09 WVX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 29 June 2009.

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