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LX53 AWZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,031 mi
Last recorded185,031 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 AWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 185,031 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 181,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

body has slight corrosion

Pass 7 Mar 2019 173,557 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

body slightly corroded exterior

Pass 28 Mar 2018 165,212 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 152,614 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 136,476 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 May 2016 136,476 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2015 124,922 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 103,998 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 93,534 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 93,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 93,534 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 72,834 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 57,558 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 37,833 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 34,769 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 29,989 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 24,509 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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LX53 AWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LX53 AWZ, 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 LX53 AWZ registered?

LX53 AWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is LX53 AWZ safe to buy?

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