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GU53 CHO

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

227,925 mi
Last recorded227,925 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 CHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 227,925 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 206,518 miles

all brake pipes rusty

oil leak

underside of car rusty

Pass 19 Mar 2016 162,174 miles

Play in suspension

Underside of car rusty

Pass 6 Mar 2015 143,263 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 131,350 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 120,587 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 120,037 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

nsf caliper boot split

Pass 8 Mar 2012 108,690 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 95,407 miles

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

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

all 4 brake discs rusted aod pitted

Pass 30 Jan 2010 95,324 miles

brake discs worn

brake pedal rather long travel

Pass 30 Dec 2008 73,109 miles

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

Oil leak

slight split to the osf tyre inner sidewall

Pass 8 Jan 2008 58,714 miles

front tyres outer edge of tread worn.

parking brake near end of travel.

Pass 29 Jan 2007 44,258 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 42,200 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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GU53 CHO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GU53 CHO, 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

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What year was GU53 CHO registered?

GU53 CHO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is GU53 CHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 CHO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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