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A16 RTU

2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

100,530 mi
Last recorded100,530 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter142,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 RTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 100,530 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 91,713 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 83,867 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 73,334 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 68,601 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 60,102 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 45,401 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 24,821 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 24,821 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 13,382 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 7 seats removed ()

Pass 15 Aug 2015 7,934 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 7,207 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 6,244 miles

rear wiper blade missing

Pass 23 Jun 2012 5,781 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 3,073 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 2,956 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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A16 RTU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A16 RTU, 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 A16 RTU registered?

A16 RTU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is A16 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 RTU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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