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BL53 OPB

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,796 mi
Last recorded164,796 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 OPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2011 164,796 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 147,320 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 146,845 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 123,968 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 99,715 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 99,715 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 72,614 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 51,863 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 51,863 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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BL53 OPB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OPB, 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 OPB registered?

BL53 OPB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BL53 OPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 OPB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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