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SW03 OYG

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

322,645 mi
Last recorded322,645 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 OYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2013 322,645 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 322,614 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Vehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

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

both front body corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2012 266,129 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 239,304 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 211,398 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 207,099 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 202,820 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 197,808 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 192,807 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 188,093 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 174,719 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 156,790 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 132,183 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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SW03 OYG 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 92.3%.

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 SW03 OYG, 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 SW03 OYG registered?

SW03 OYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is SW03 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW03 OYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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