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NX53 ZGE

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

155,423 mi
Last recorded155,423 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 ZGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 155,423 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inside door (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all of rear valance (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

whole underside heavily wax oiled

Fail 12 Sep 2025 155,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system above tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inside door (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all of rear valance (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

whole underside heavily wax oiled

Pass 6 Apr 2023 142,268 miles

Nearside Rear valance corroded and holed

Offside Rear valance corroded and holed

heavily underseald

Fail 29 Mar 2023 142,263 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear valance corroded and holed

Offside Rear valance corroded and holed

Pass 22 Mar 2022 138,079 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 133,028 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 128,208 miles

Exhaust system corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Steering pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 120,684 miles

all under vehicle coated in shultz

Pass 4 Feb 2017 113,864 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 108,754 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 105,463 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2015 105,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 101,902 miles

all tyre treads wearing low, vehicle underside is rusty, offside rear brake has slight bind, engine management light on, damage to A of screen, rear brake imbalance is high

Pass 29 Sep 2012 98,936 miles

screen is chipped, centre exhaust joint is poorly repaired, discs are corroded and worn, front antiroll bar near side link is worn

Fail 28 Sep 2012 98,936 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

screen is chipped, centre exhaust joint is poorly repaired, discs are corroded and worn, front antiroll bar near side link is worn

Pass 31 Aug 2011 92,130 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 90,228 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 83,361 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2009 83,361 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 72,268 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 58,797 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 45,564 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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NX53 ZGE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 NX53 ZGE, 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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NX53 ZGE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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