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WM52 DBX

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

194,786 mi
Last recorded194,786 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM52 DBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2012 194,786 miles

n/s/f door mirror cracked

Fail 16 Aug 2012 194,765 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f door mirror cracked

Pass 12 Aug 2011 175,055 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 175,055 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 149,609 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 121,281 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 100,017 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 100,017 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 93,158 miles

near side wiper split

off side wiper split

Pass 29 Jan 2007 81,228 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 60,156 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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WM52 DBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WM52 DBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WM52 DBX?

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What year was WM52 DBX registered?

WM52 DBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is WM52 DBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM52 DBX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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