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AX53 JDF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests31 (19 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate61.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 JDF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 12 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026

Corrosion covering most of the underside of the vehicle

Front Egr valve pipe leaking

Offside Front Outer door handle broken

Fail 10 Feb 2026

Corrosion covering most of the underside of the vehicle

Front Egr valve pipe leaking

Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer door handle broken

Pass 7 Nov 2024

Front EGR pipe leaking.

Offside Front Outer Door handle broken

Pass 6 Nov 2023
Pass 16 Sep 2022

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 80,562 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 78,794 miles

corrosion under both front arches

Fail 11 Jul 2019 78,789 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))

corrosion under both front arches

Pass 27 Jul 2018 75,988 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 75,987 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded crossaxle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 72,601 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 72,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195.70.15C (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 68,826 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 68,803 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded above fuel tank (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 64,091 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 64,021 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 60,706 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 57,596 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 86,192 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 54,122 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 54,122 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 48,979 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 46,990 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 46,990 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 46,563 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 46,529 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 44,838 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 42,978 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 42,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 32,454 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Dec 2006 32,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AX53 JDF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX53 JDF, 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 AX53 JDF registered?

AX53 JDF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is AX53 JDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 JDF shows 31 tests with a 61.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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