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WO03 WLX

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

286,755 mi
Last recorded286,755 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWO03 WLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Jan 2022 286,755 miles

Brake modification unsafe pipe joint. compression fitting (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 264,414 miles

All doors and bonnet corroded

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front washer jet insecure

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 264,406 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

All doors and bonnet corroded

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front washer jet insecure

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 255,347 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2019 255,347 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 243,935 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 241,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear seat belt twisted

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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WO03 WLX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WO03 WLX, 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 WO03 WLX registered?

WO03 WLX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is WO03 WLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WO03 WLX shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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