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HK52 YXC

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,186 mi
Last recorded169,186 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK52 YXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 169,186 miles

All round outer body with corrosion has no sharp edges

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion to rear sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing under bonnet (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower windscreen has damage under wipers

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion to rear sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing under bonnet (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 157,199 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

general corrosion to body (doors, sills, bonnet)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 157,196 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

general corrosion to body (doors, sills, bonnet)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 147,986 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 147,984 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 137,620 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 29 Jul 2014

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear brake caliper inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 125,283 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2013 125,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 114,586 miles

offside rear hand brake effort low advise further inspection

rear brake discs pitting and corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2011 104,148 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 97,557 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 92,687 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 88,103 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 83,193 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 75,179 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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HK52 YXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HK52 YXC, 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 HK52 YXC registered?

HK52 YXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 January 2003.

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