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FA53 BYG

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

146,413 mi
Last recorded146,413 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 BYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 146,413 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 145,312 miles

Nearside Front 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 or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 131,101 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 130,101 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 121,908 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 121,904 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2017 116,145 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 116,080 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 109,598 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 109,574 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 99,043 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 95,767 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 93,334 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 93,334 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 89,412 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 84,136 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 84,136 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 68,527 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 68,527 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,914 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 37,751 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 27,149 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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FA53 BYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FA53 BYG, 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 FA53 BYG registered?

FA53 BYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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The MOT history for FA53 BYG shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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