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VN53 WCW

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

200,012 mi
Last recorded200,012 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 WCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 200,012 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

screen cracked

under the body corroded

Fail 7 Jul 2016 200,012 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault reset (5.4.2)

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

screen cracked

under the body corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2015 193,034 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 185,100 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 175,932 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 165,243 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 157,318 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 157,318 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 150,906 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 150,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 140,581 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 140,572 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 128,697 miles

body damage

Fail 15 Nov 2007 100,883 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 100,883 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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VN53 WCW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VN53 WCW, 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 VN53 WCW registered?

VN53 WCW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 December 2003.

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The MOT history for VN53 WCW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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