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NU03 DFC

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,269 mi
Last recorded99,269 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2009
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU03 DFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009 99,269 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 999,269 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 84,442 miles

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD RESTING ON SILENCER

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 84,442 miles

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD RESTING ON SILENCER

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2007 67,873 miles

Blow from centre exhaust

Both front brake hoses slightly perished

Centre exhaust clamp missing but not insecure

Front discs distorted and brake balance close to limit

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear discs in poor condition

Pass 25 Sep 2007 67,873 miles

Blow from centre exhaust

Both front brake hoses slightly perished

Centre exhaust clamp missing but not insecure

Front discs distorted and brake balance close to limit

Rear discs in poor condition

Pass 20 Sep 2006 54,005 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 51,446 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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NU03 DFC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU03 DFC, 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 NU03 DFC registered?

NU03 DFC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is NU03 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU03 DFC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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