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AU53 HTE

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,995 mi
Last recorded132,995 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2016 132,995 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bushes (2.4.G.2)

Both rear wheel arches rusty and weak

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both main (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear outer sill rusty and weak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear tail pipe on exhaust in poor condition

Pass 1 Dec 2015 123,901 miles

Both rear outer wheel arches in poor condition

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both main (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside inner tie rod has slight play

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear lamp cracked

handbrake release pull handle in poor condition

Pass 1 Dec 2014 107,995 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Hanbrake release handle broken

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside outer wheel arch rusty

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 1 Dec 2014 107,995 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Hanbrake release handle broken

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside outer wheel arch rusty

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 91,775 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 77,264 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 69,692 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 64,003 miles

advise rear number plate becoming discoloured

Fail 16 Nov 2010 63,978 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

advise rear number plate becoming discoloured

Pass 9 Nov 2009 55,817 miles

N/S DOOR MIRROR GLASS HAS SLIGHT DAMAGE.

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S BOTTOM BALL JOINT.

Pass 12 Nov 2008 49,038 miles

REAR TYRES CLOSE TO WEAR LIMITS.

Pass 14 Nov 2007 37,133 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 29,252 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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AU53 HTE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AU53 HTE, 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 AU53 HTE registered?

AU53 HTE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is AU53 HTE safe to buy?

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