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AV53 WLA

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

153,604 mi
Last recorded153,604 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 WLA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 153,604 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 199,966 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2012 199,966 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 194,132 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 177,085 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)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 166,036 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 166,036 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 129,972 miles

rear no. plate figures close to the limit

Fail 13 Nov 2007 129,972 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear no. plate figures close to the limit

Pass 23 Nov 2006 95,215 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 WLA is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WLA, 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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What year was AV53 WLA registered?

AV53 WLA is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is AV53 WLA safe to buy?

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