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AX53 LHV

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

228,207 mi
Last recorded228,207 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 228,207 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes coated / greased not allowing full check (1.1.11 (c))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner wheel arches and chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion to structure (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 228,174 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill /outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill /outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 227,284 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 226,180 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 220,695 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 220,695 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 205,339 miles

Nearside Front Body floor corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2016 205,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Body floor corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2015 189,649 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

offside and nearside inner sills corroded

offside and nearside outer sill corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2014 172,415 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner edges

brake pipes greased

chassi corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2013 153,914 miles

all brake pipes greased under the vehicle

Pass 3 Jan 2012 134,792 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 134,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 117,558 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 98,847 miles

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 30 Jan 2009 83,939 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 67,388 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 49,675 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 25,876 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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AX53 LHV is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AX53 LHV, 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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AX53 LHV is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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