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EX03 ODW

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

229,486 mi
Last recorded229,486 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 ODW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 229,486 miles

**strong advice** front brake disc(s) heavily worn

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake disc(s) worn

wipers smearing screen

Pass 14 Apr 2011 216,747 miles

both inner cv boots split

Fail 12 Apr 2011 216,746 miles

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

both inner cv boots split

Pass 31 Dec 2009 209,392 miles

both no. plates deteriorated

n/s/f inner c/v boot split

n/s/f tyre 2mm

Pass 12 Sep 2008 194,106 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 194,052 miles

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

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

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 166,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Off side wheel rim damaged

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 125,909 miles

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

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

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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EX03 ODW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX03 ODW, 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 EX03 ODW registered?

EX03 ODW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is EX03 ODW safe to buy?

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