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RF53 SYG

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

34,579 mi
Last recorded34,579 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 SYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 34,579 miles

power steering could be better

rear brakes noisy / discs corroded

rear service brakes weak

rear wiper torn

Fail 23 Jul 2026 34,579 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

power steering could be better

rear brakes noisy / discs corroded

rear service brakes weak

rear wiper torn

windscreen wipers could be better

Pass 16 Oct 2019 34,186 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 34,183 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 33,801 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 33,042 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 31,720 miles

slight imbalance of mildly fluctuating front brakes

wipers could be better

Pass 27 Oct 2015 30,521 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 30,513 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s rear service brake weaker

Pass 27 Oct 2014 29,108 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 27,846 miles

n/s rear brakes weaker

rear brakes 'noisy'

Pass 24 Oct 2012 26,267 miles

slight inbalance of rear brakes

wipers could be better

Pass 21 Oct 2011 24,772 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 24,059 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 22,418 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 18,006 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 14,938 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 9,759 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 9,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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RF53 SYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RF53 SYG, 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

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What year was RF53 SYG registered?

RF53 SYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is RF53 SYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 SYG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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