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BV03 SYT

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

256,197 mi
Last recorded256,197 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 SYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 256,197 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 256,195 miles

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 253,343 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 253,343 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust broken (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 249,277 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff axle (3.6.E.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 246,707 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 242,054 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 242,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 226,198 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 225,932 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 181,651 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 190,718 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 344,420 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 201,767 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 188,399 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 159,626 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 159,591 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 152,798 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 152,737 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2008 146,881 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 134,120 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 134,114 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 112,800 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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BV03 SYT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BV03 SYT, 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 BV03 SYT registered?

BV03 SYT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BV03 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 SYT shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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