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SJ03 DEC

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

319,995 mi
Last recorded319,995 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 DEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 319,995 miles

Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

under body, suspension, sills, jack points corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2026 319,985 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sll (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under body, suspension, sills, jack points corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2025 308,091 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 308,091 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security JACKING POINT (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 297,590 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2024 297,550 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 282,374 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2023 282,159 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 268,811 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 248,002 miles

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

Coil spring corroded rear both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 227,662 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 132,656 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 117,922 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 106,334 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 15 Feb 2016 93,995 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 23 Feb 2015 83,143 miles

Front inner brake pads getting low,approx.4mm.

Nearside rear tyre on 3.5mm.

Offside rear tyre on 3mm.

Fail 19 Feb 2015 83,031 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front inner brake pads getting low,approx.4mm.

Nearside rear tyre on 3.5mm.

Offside rear tyre on 3mm.

Pass 17 Feb 2014 73,135 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 63,555 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2012 52,382 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 43,996 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 35,092 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 35,029 miles

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

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

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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SJ03 DEC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 122,038 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 SJ03 DEC, 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 19 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 SJ03 DEC registered?

SJ03 DEC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is SJ03 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 DEC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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