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GJ52 JFV

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,122 mi
Last recorded151,122 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 JFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 151,122 miles

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 144,419 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 144,418 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 134,446 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 124,584 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 124,578 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 114,943 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 110,441 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 105,879 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 105,879 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 100,274 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 93,039 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 82,617 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 82,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 67,472 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 55,038 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 43,571 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 32,099 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 20,110 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 15,137 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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GJ52 JFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ52 JFV, 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 GJ52 JFV registered?

GJ52 JFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 January 2003.

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