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AV53 LFG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

183,286 mi
Last recorded183,286 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 LFG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 183,286 miles

Offside Front wheel arch corroded

Pass 28 May 2016 179,194 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 May 2016 179,051 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch/floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 174,744 miles

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

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

corrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch

Pass 4 Apr 2014 169,627 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 164,968 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 159,674 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 155,197 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 148,576 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 136,282 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 136,282 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 111,886 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 80,046 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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AV53 LFG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 LFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AV53 LFG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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