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BL53 ETF

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,024 mi
Last recorded106,024 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 ETF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 106,024 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 102,221 miles

Body has slight corrosion all over (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 86,389 miles

Rear both handbrake only just passed efficiency

Rear both service brakes only just passed required efficiency

Vehicle has corrosion all round sill and chassis areas

Pass 16 Apr 2015 79,178 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 79,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside 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 9 Apr 2014 66,820 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 66,812 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 55,436 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 50,425 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 46,610 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 46,610 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 39,904 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 39,904 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s wiper blade torn

Pass 12 Nov 2008 34,479 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 27,480 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 19,733 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 19,733 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BL53 ETF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BL53 ETF, 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 BL53 ETF registered?

BL53 ETF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is BL53 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 ETF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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