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SJ03 UGW

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,269 mi
Last recorded147,269 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 UGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 147,269 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 147,257 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 129,408 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 110,291 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 94,961 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 81,503 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 73,221 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 62,980 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 51,994 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 39,988 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 39,926 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2007 39,678 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 27,824 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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SJ03 UGW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 UGW, 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 SJ03 UGW registered?

SJ03 UGW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is SJ03 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 UGW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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