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WU03 XJW

2003 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,260 mi
Last recorded143,260 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito105,209 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 XJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 143,260 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

under side corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2018 137,158 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ns/os (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 134,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 127,758 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Winter tyre fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 127,758 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Winter tyre fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 116,533 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 99,685 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 99,685 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 96,572 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 77,341 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 77,341 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 65,370 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 57,582 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 50,057 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 43,797 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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WU03 XJW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WU03 XJW, 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 WU03 XJW registered?

WU03 XJW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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The MOT history for WU03 XJW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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