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DG03 URN

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 URN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016
Pass 24 Mar 2015 189,679 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 178,191 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 166,983 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012
Fail 26 Mar 2012

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 135,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

front number plate cracked

n/s and o/s rear brake disc backing plates corroded please keep checked

n/s seat belt stalk cover broken please keep checked

o/s/f flasher lamp lens cracked

Fail 29 Mar 2011 135,971 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

front number plate cracked

n/s and o/s rear brake disc backing plates corroded please keep checked

n/s seat belt stalk cover broken please keep checked

o/s/f flasher lamp lens cracked

Pass 26 Mar 2010 120,436 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 120,436 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 103,693 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 85,868 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 76,933 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 48,804 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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DG03 URN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DG03 URN, 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

How do I check the history of DG03 URN?

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What year was DG03 URN registered?

DG03 URN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is DG03 URN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 URN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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