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FD53 TMY

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,633 mi
Last recorded139,633 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 TMY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 139,633 miles

Body has slight corrosion inner & outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion floorings jacking points (6.1.B.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 138,422 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 132,599 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 133,430 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 118,665 miles

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

rear disc slight worn

Pass 10 Feb 2011 117,238 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 117,238 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front door shuts have slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2010 112,333 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 112,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 96,494 miles

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

front number plate becoming delamanated

Pass 4 Jan 2008 86,164 miles

slight play in steering rack

both front flexible hoses cracking

slight noise from rear wheels

Pass 28 Dec 2006 78,247 miles

SLIGHT BLOW FROM EXHAUST SILANCER [WILL SOON REQUIRE ATTENTION]

Fail 28 Dec 2006 78,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

SLIGHT BLOW FROM EXHAUST SILANCER [WILL SOON REQUIRE ATTENTION]

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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FD53 TMY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FD53 TMY, 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

How do I check the history of FD53 TMY?

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What year was FD53 TMY registered?

FD53 TMY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FD53 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 TMY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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