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EP03 KRU

2003 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,920 mi
Last recorded156,920 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz V88,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 KRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 156,920 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 148,073 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 137,139 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 126,577 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 126,577 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 115,183 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 108,583 miles

nsr tyre edge wearing

Fail 8 Aug 2012 108,254 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsr tyre edge wearing

Pass 1 Aug 2011 102,066 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 102,066 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 96,416 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 84,656 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 84,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 69,940 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 53,296 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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EP03 KRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 88,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EP03 KRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EP03 KRU registered?

EP03 KRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is EP03 KRU safe to buy?

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