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AV53 VPL

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

197,441 mi
Last recorded197,441 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 VPL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2014 197,441 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 186,422 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside door step corroded

offside sill corroded at rear

Pass 12 Feb 2013 186,422 miles

nearside door step corroded

offside sill corroded at rear

Pass 15 Feb 2012 177,710 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 162,945 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 144,812 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 144,812 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 127,752 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 116,736 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2008 116,736 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 89,774 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 VPL is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VPL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV53 VPL registered?

AV53 VPL is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is AV53 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 VPL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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