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WR53 TZE

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

129,934 mi
Last recorded129,934 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 TZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 129,934 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 123,224 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 115,347 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 109,275 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 103,000 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both front inner (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/16 (4.1.E.1)

bonnet pull in operative

o/s/window in operative

Fail 12 Jan 2017 103,000 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both front inner (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/16 (4.1.E.1)

bonnet pull in operative

o/s/window in operative

Pass 19 Jan 2016 93,853 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/wiper slightly smeary

rear exhaust mount broken

Fail 18 Jan 2016 93,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/wiper slightly smeary

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 29 Dec 2014 89,803 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)

Fail 29 Dec 2014 89,803 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 86,158 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 86,158 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 82,162 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 77,131 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 77,131 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 68,339 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 56,720 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 56,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 51,309 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 45,088 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 37,870 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 37,767 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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WR53 TZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 WR53 TZE, 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

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What year was WR53 TZE registered?

WR53 TZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is WR53 TZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR53 TZE shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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