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BG53 KVE

2003 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,529 mi
Last recorded82,529 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz V88,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 KVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2018 82,529 miles

both sills signs of corrosion not excessive at time of test

parking brake lazy 17% cables in poor condition

Pass 13 Jul 2016 67,538 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 65,996 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 63,900 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 61,859 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 53,840 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 51,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 45,877 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 40,528 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 33,067 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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BG53 KVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 88,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG53 KVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 KVE registered?

BG53 KVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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