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DE03 SXM

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

128,022 mi
Last recorded128,022 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 SXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 128,022 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 121,713 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion to under body and suspension

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 116,069 miles

Surface corrosion to underbody and suspension

Pass 26 Nov 2018 110,807 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

corrosion to various parts of sills chassis and body panels

Fail 26 Nov 2018 110,807 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust silencer insecure rubber was split (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure rubber mount missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to various parts of sills chassis and body panels

Pass 3 Nov 2017 104,888 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 102,263 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 102,263 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 99,407 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 99,401 miles

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

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outter sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 96,374 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 95,853 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jun 2013
Pass 18 Jun 2012 72,680 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front exhaust braket broken

Fail 12 Jun 2012 72,680 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front exhaust braket broken

Pass 11 Jun 2011 63,076 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 50,034 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 46,065 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 39,419 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 31,735 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 25,013 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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DE03 SXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DE03 SXM, 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 DE03 SXM registered?

DE03 SXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is DE03 SXM safe to buy?

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