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KM03 ZVU

2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,336 mi
Last recorded117,336 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo61,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 ZVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 117,336 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 102,992 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 102,990 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 89,307 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 80,394 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 80,394 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 72,510 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 72,510 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 67,083 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 67,083 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2009 59,197 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 52,112 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 53,212 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 35,536 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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KM03 ZVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 61,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM03 ZVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM03 ZVU registered?

KM03 ZVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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The MOT history for KM03 ZVU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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