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AP03 YDV

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 YDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2011

Front bumper adrift on o/s/f

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

n/s/r brake disc corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2011

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Drivers mirror damaged not seriously affecting rear view

Front bumper adrift on o/s/f

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

n/s/r brake disc corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2010 78,206 miles

o/s rear lamp cracked

Pass 22 Dec 2008 75,354 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 69,304 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 69,179 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 64,649 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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AP03 YDV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP03 YDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP03 YDV registered?

AP03 YDV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is AP03 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 YDV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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