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RJ53 GPK

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,183 mi
Last recorded168,183 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 GPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 168,183 miles

Front rear brake pipes / ferrules starting to corrode

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 168,183 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front rear brake pipes / ferrules starting to corrode

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2017 166,560 miles

Corrosion on brake pipes.

Corrosion on prescribed areas.

Corrosion on tow bar prescribed areas.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 164,309 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and off side chasie legs incorporating floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear inner outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and off side rear chasie tow bar area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear inner outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front to rear // nsr brake pipes starting to corrode all greased

Fail 18 Mar 2016 164,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel arch area (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and off side chasie legs incorporating floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear inner outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and off side rear chasie tow bar area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear inner outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front to rear // nsr brake pipes starting to corrode all greased

Pass 27 Mar 2015 162,224 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 162,241 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2013 158,800 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 158,800 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 153,085 miles

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

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

front and rear brake disc's pitted and corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2011 146,450 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 139,382 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 128,062 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 119,205 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 119,205 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 108,751 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 99,085 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 98,919 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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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RJ53 GPK 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 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 RJ53 GPK, 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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RJ53 GPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 September 2003.

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