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AV53 WLE

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,366 mi
Last recorded137,366 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 WLE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2016 137,366 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

wipers deteriorated

Fail 17 Oct 2016 137,366 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

wipers deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2015 128,051 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 19 Oct 2015 128,034 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 118,657 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 106,823 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 91,964 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 91,964 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 80,509 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 64,435 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 49,807 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 47,006 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 38,203 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Nov 2006 26,633 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 WLE is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WLE, 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 WLE registered?

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

Is AV53 WLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 WLE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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