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AK53 HGC

2003 Ford Transit Connect

White Petrol 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,034 mi
Last recorded75,034 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 HGC
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 75,034 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coolant level low

slight oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2014 74,503 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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 12 Oct 2013 72,688 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 70,932 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 67,808 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 64,525 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 58,228 miles

after market alloys fitted

lowered

Pass 2 Sep 2008 52,573 miles

BOTH REAR CORNER BUMPERS ARE MISSING

CHIPS IN SCREEN

Pass 21 Aug 2007 42,248 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 25,828 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 25,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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AK53 HGC is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 105,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK53 HGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 HGC registered?

AK53 HGC is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AK53 HGC safe to buy?

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