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RN03 NLK

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

197,228 mi
Last recorded197,228 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN03 NLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 197,228 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 184,046 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 169,990 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 166,593 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 159,030 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 155,731 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack worn

Fail 25 Nov 2019 155,731 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack worn

Pass 3 Dec 2018 141,435 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2018 141,434 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 134,777 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 126,595 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 126,595 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 118,158 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also rear section is coroded (7.1.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion Both lower doors coroded (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill front to rear (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill front to rear (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion sill front to rear (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill front to rear (6.1.B.2)

front section 1 rubber exhaust mount is split

Pass 9 Aug 2014 115,368 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 102,760 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2012 90,642 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 79,087 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 79,087 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 70,239 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2009 61,628 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 61,628 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 51,417 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 39,292 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 28,510 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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RN03 NLK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RN03 NLK, 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 RN03 NLK registered?

RN03 NLK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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