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WP52 FXO

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

163,748 mi
Last recorded163,748 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP52 FXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2012 163,748 miles

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

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

chip in swept area of windscreen

Fail 14 Jan 2012 163,742 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

chip in swept area of windscreen

o/s wiper blade starting to split

Fail 15 Jan 2011 144,607 miles

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

edc light on

n/s wiper split on end

rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2011 144,607 miles

edc light on

n/s wiper split on end

rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2010 127,339 miles

EDC warning lamp on dash

Oil leak

front exhaust mounting partially broken but is still supporting the exhaust

offside front inner drive shaft boot split

offside rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 31 Jan 2009 110,520 miles

front exhaust mounting partially broken but is still supporting the exhaust.

Pass 29 Jan 2008 91,514 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2008 91,186 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 71,701 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 31 Jan 2007 71,509 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 52,859 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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WP52 FXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WP52 FXO, 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 WP52 FXO?

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What year was WP52 FXO registered?

WP52 FXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is WP52 FXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP52 FXO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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