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AE53 WRC

2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,564 mi
Last recorded87,564 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo61,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2016 87,564 miles

E.M.L illuminated

Exhaust components corroded

Front Suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Nov 2016 87,457 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

E.M.L illuminated

Exhaust components corroded

Front Suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Nov 2015 85,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 85,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 83,037 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Oct 2014 83,037 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2013 73,998 miles

Exhaust (inner) makes noise.

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

Fail 29 Oct 2013 73,998 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Exhaust (inner) makes noise.

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 67,355 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 51,093 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 51,093 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,995 miles

Near side front tyre outer wall damage

Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 34,040 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 19,273 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 13,061 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear row of seats folded down at time of test. unable to test seat belts

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 WRC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WRC, 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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What year was AE53 WRC registered?

AE53 WRC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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