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FD53 VDF

2003 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,936 mi
Last recorded51,936 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Motor Caravan48,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 VDF
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc
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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 51,936 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 51,093 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 50,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 50,008 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe inside clip (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 48,036 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 46,863 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 46,863 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 46,357 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 46,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2021 46,325 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter under bonnet (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded central brake pipe running near fuel tank marked in yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 44,650 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 44,392 miles

diesel leak possible fuel filter

Pass 2 Jan 2019 42,555 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 40,251 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 38,088 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 35,917 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Jan 2015 33,672 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 33,672 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 30,189 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 28,453 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 26,071 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 23,594 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 23,594 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 22,527 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 21,330 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 20,802 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 16,294 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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FD53 VDF is a 2003 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 48,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD53 VDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD53 VDF registered?

FD53 VDF is a 2003 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FD53 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 VDF shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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