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BX53 SYC

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,869 mi
Last recorded143,869 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 SYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2017 143,869 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Inner Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight corrosion on nearside inner sill

slight misshape on offside rear wheel

Fail 7 Feb 2017 143,869 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Inner Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight corrosion on nearside inner sill

slight misshape on offside rear wheel

Pass 7 Sep 2015 128,669 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 128,669 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 117,201 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 113,139 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 93,519 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 74,688 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 66,673 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 57,314 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 46,823 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 35,880 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 35,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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 SYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SYC, 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 SYC registered?

BX53 SYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is BX53 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 SYC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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