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BX53 DLV

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

188,808 mi
Last recorded188,808 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 DLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 188,808 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 185,996 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Jun 2024 185,940 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 180,692 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 177,419 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 172,762 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 169,330 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 167,036 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 161,250 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 154,770 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 141,256 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 131,877 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 119,793 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 108,171 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 98,950 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 90,140 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 11 Aug 2009 80,247 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 72,095 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 64,375 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 21 Aug 2006 55,108 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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BX53 DLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BX53 DLV, 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.

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What year was BX53 DLV registered?

BX53 DLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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