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WR52 PWE

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

122,198 mi
Last recorded122,198 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR52 PWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 122,198 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 122,185 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 114,144 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

hand brake will need attention just on limmit

Fail 9 Jan 2015

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 101,254 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 101,250 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 94,441 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 94,441 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 84,053 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 72,132 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2011 72,132 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 63,428 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 63,428 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 57,794 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 57,794 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 52,402 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 48,579 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 39,607 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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WR52 PWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 WR52 PWE, 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 WR52 PWE registered?

WR52 PWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is WR52 PWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR52 PWE shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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