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NV03 WHA

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

189,094 mi
Last recorded189,094 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV03 WHA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 189,094 miles

driver's door interior release handle stiff to operate

horn operated by additional toggle switch

nearside door mirror glass damaged cracked

nearside rear lamp lens damaged/cracked

offside front inner body sill starting to corrode

Pass 6 Sep 2012 170,404 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 170,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 165,484 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 165,484 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2010 151,156 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 151,062 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 136,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 125,385 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 125,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2007 109,231 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 83,714 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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NV03 WHA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NV03 WHA, 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

How do I check the history of NV03 WHA?

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What year was NV03 WHA registered?

NV03 WHA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is NV03 WHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV03 WHA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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