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AF53 UNH

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,298 mi
Last recorded140,298 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 140,298 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2016 140,298 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2016

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 136,080 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 133,252 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 133,252 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

various corrision over vehicle

Pass 5 Jun 2013 128,141 miles

brake pipes corroded

headlights condensated

various corrosion over vehicle

Fail 5 Jun 2013 128,141 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake pipes corroded

headlights condensated

various corrosion over vehicle

Pass 25 Jan 2013 125,348 miles

various corrosion over vehicle

Fail 25 Jan 2013 125,348 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

various corrosion over vehicle

Pass 31 Jan 2012 120,444 miles

brake pipes corroded

osf inner cv boot split

Pass 17 Jan 2011 114,295 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 114,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS

Pass 9 Feb 2010 109,378 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW MORE ON NEARSIDE FRONT OUTER PAD

NEARSIDE FRONT WIPER RUBBER SLIGHTLY SPLIT ON END

NEARSIDE REAR WIPER RUBBER SPLIT

OFFSIDE FRONT INNER C/V BOOT SPLIT AND DRIVE SHAFT WORN AND NOISY

Pass 26 Aug 2009 105,368 miles

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

offside inner drive shaft gaitor split

offside rear brake disc slightly corroded on inner face

Pass 21 Aug 2008 82,008 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 59,512 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 36,758 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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AF53 UNH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 105,209 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 UNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF53 UNH registered?

AF53 UNH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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