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AY03 LUE

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

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

RegistrationAY03 LUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016

front inner drive shaft gaiter split

offside front outer cv gaiter starting to split

offside rear light cluster damaged

surface corrosion all around bodywork

surface corrosion on nearside front brake pipe

Fail 5 Feb 2016

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front inner drive shaft gaiter split

offside front outer cv gaiter starting to split

offside rear light cluster damaged

surface corrosion all around bodywork

surface corrosion on nearside front brake pipe

Pass 2 Jul 2014 189,465 miles

nearside mirror damaged

offside front tyre worn on edge of tread

Pass 26 Jun 2013 179,767 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 169,813 miles

offside rear tyre wearing low

rear brake discs worn

Pass 15 Jul 2011 160,123 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

windscreen cracked

Pass 23 Jul 2010 146,162 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

both front inner c.v gaiters split

Fail 23 Jul 2010 146,162 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front inner c.v gaiters split

Pass 26 Mar 2009 126,086 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 98,382 miles

heat shield insecure on exhaust box

Pass 29 Mar 2007 72,686 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 49,595 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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AY03 LUE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY03 LUE, 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 AY03 LUE registered?

AY03 LUE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is AY03 LUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 LUE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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