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EG03 XAN

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

129,699 mi
Last recorded129,699 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 XAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 129,699 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear heavy in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2018 129,699 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear heavy in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 119,526 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 107,786 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER SURFACE (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 93,547 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 92,178 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 92,178 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 88,642 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 85,031 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 81,344 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 74,718 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 63,229 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 51,150 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 51,150 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 41,119 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 30,209 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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EG03 XAN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 EG03 XAN, 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 EG03 XAN registered?

EG03 XAN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 July 2003.

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