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DG53 HXZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

114,448 mi
Last recorded114,448 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 HXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 114,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 114,447 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Downpipe split (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2025 112,486 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Heat shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake slight imbalance

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 7 May 2025 112,486 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Heat shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake slight imbalance

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 109,286 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 106,238 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 106,210 miles

Fuel system component leaking top of fuel filter, (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill meets jacking point, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill meets jacking point, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides, (1.2.1 (e))

Front both brake discs corroded,

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

both sills corroded & damaged down entire length where inner sill meets outer sill.

Pass 9 Apr 2021 105,188 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner & outer sills in places, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both head lights have condensation,

Fail 29 Mar 2021 105,175 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases connection, (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner & outer sills in places, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both head lights have condensation,

Pass 21 Oct 2019 97,654 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills inner & outer in places, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 19 Oct 2019 97,650 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills inner & outer in places, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 87,836 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2018

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail chunk out of rubber part , (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 77,673 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 77,620 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 71,037 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 63,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% WORN (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 54,203 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 54,203 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 45,933 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 38,942 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 36,069 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 27,574 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 27,574 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 20,590 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 14,971 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 14,970 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 10,215 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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DG53 HXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG53 HXZ, 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 DG53 HXZ registered?

DG53 HXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 December 2003.

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