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AE53 WRA

2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo61,507 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WRA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2020

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Nov 2018

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 125,640 miles

REAR BRAKE PIPES RUSTY

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Nov 2017 125,640 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

REAR BRAKE PIPES RUSTY

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 123,394 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2016 123,394 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 119,278 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 119,277 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Side repeater incorrect colour NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 112,629 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2013 105,137 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 99,221 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 99,221 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 93,015 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 93,015 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 84,616 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 84,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 68,310 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 55,806 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,314 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 32,436 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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AE53 WRA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 61,507 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 Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 WRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE53 WRA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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