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RX03 HDZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

95,633 mi
Last recorded95,633 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 HDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 95,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 91,186 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Body not fully secure inner sill has corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Body not fully secure inner sill has corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2021 91,186 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill has hole (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Body not fully secure inner sill has corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Body not fully secure inner sill has corrosion (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 May 2017

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 86,572 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 86,572 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 May 2015 81,959 miles
Fail 5 May 2015

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 76,931 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 71,905 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 67,367 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2012

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 62,017 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 62,017 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 56,089 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 51,004 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 44,184 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 44,183 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 36,541 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 15,629 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 15,629 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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RX03 HDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 RX03 HDZ, 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 RX03 HDZ registered?

RX03 HDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is RX03 HDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 HDZ shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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