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GN53 MBY

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

201,785 mi
Last recorded201,785 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 MBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 201,785 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 201,785 miles

Front Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 179,751 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre worn on limit

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2009 168,486 miles

damage to osr lower outer sill

front bumper has damage osf

fuel tank area damp but no sign of leak at time of test

osr tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Fail 10 Sep 2009 168,482 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

damage to osr lower outer sill

front bumper has damage osf

fuel tank area damp but no sign of leak at time of test

osr tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Pass 23 Aug 2008 121,485 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 66,729 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 56,821 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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GN53 MBY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GN53 MBY, 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 GN53 MBY registered?

GN53 MBY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is GN53 MBY safe to buy?

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