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GX03 AFU

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

266,518 mi
Last recorded266,518 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 AFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 266,518 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 259,647 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear bumper bent and fouling exhaust

steering rack showing signs of wear and knocking

Fail 20 Sep 2011 259,629 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

exhaust heatshields adrift

rear bumper damaged and fouling exhaust.

steering rack showing signs of wear and knocking

Pass 22 Sep 2010 240,246 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2010 240,245 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

drivers door check strap broken out of body.

Pass 23 Sep 2009 207,360 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 207,360 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 166,269 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 123,843 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 86,196 miles

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

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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GX03 AFU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GX03 AFU, 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 GX03 AFU registered?

GX03 AFU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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