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BN53 NZK

2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo61,507 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2016

Front both tyres getting low 185/60/15

Nearside Rear brake pipe corroded

wipers smear

Pass 4 Aug 2015

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2015

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 64,244 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Front flexies cracked

O/S/F Outer C.V boots weaping

Rear Reg Deteriorated

Rear Suspension/Chassis corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2014 67,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipes corroded

Front flexies cracked

O/S/F Outer C.V boots weaping

Rear Reg Deteriorated

Rear Suspension/Chassis corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2013 67,093 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 60,837 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)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 53,045 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2011 53,045 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 48,147 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Sep 2010 48,147 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 45,743 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2009 45,743 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 40,710 miles

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

very small hole o/s/f outer cv boot

Pass 6 Aug 2007 35,535 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Aug 2006 29,708 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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BN53 NZK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 61,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN53 NZK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BN53 NZK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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