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RO52 UVA

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

67,454 mi
Last recorded67,454 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 UVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 67,454 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 67,454 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 64,800 miles

brake start to corrode

n/s/f inner c.v . gaiter split

n/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Fail 8 Jan 2016 64,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake start to corrode

n/s/f inner c.v . gaiter split

n/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 7 Jan 2015 62,412 miles

exhaust bracket broken

n/s/f inner c.v gaiter split

n/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn 2mm, plus grove in sidewall

Fail 7 Jan 2015 62,412 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

n/s/f inner c.v gaiter split

n/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn 2mm, plus grove in sidewall

Fail 13 Jan 2014 59,839 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhuast bracket broken

n/s/f c.v. gaiter split

n/s/f worn tyre 2mm

o/s/fv tyre worn 2mm and groved inner sidewall

o/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2014 59,839 miles

n/s/f worn tyre 2mm

exhuast bracket broken

n/s/f c.v. gaiter split

o/s/fv tyre worn 2mm and groved inner sidewall

o/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 11 Jan 2013 57,508 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 Jan 2013 57,508 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2012 55,057 miles

n/s/fv inner c.v gaiter perished front brake discs starting to wear o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge o/s/f tie-rod slight wear v o/s/f ball jiont slight wear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 12 Jan 2012 55,057 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/fv inner c.v gaiter perished front brake discs starting to wear o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge o/s/f tie-rod slight wear v o/s/f ball jiont slight wear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 18 Jan 2011 49,109 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 49,107 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 45,934 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 41,601 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 41,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 36,385 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 36,385 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 29 Jan 2007 28,583 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 24,542 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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RO52 UVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RO52 UVA, 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 RO52 UVA?

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What year was RO52 UVA registered?

RO52 UVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is RO52 UVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO52 UVA shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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