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EY53 CZT

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,461 mi
Last recorded192,461 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 CZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 192,461 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 192,434 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Hand operated control valve connection loose (1.1.5 (c))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 181,554 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 181,554 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 176,911 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 166,476 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 166,476 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 151,951 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 137,177 miles

coolant leak

Fail 19 Jul 2013 137,177 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coolant leak

park brake noisey

Pass 17 May 2012 120,646 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 113,864 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 105,212 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2010 105,189 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2008 97,443 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 97,443 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 78,345 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 59,151 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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EY53 CZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EY53 CZT, 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 EY53 CZT registered?

EY53 CZT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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