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CA52 MGO

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA52 MGO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2022
Fail 4 Apr 2022

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering 10 places (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2021 111,708 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 111,708 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust snapped (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator not working x2 (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected x member (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2020 103,188 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Apr 2020 103,188 miles

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rackend (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member, spare wheel area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens broken (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 94,790 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 89,786 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 84,358 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 77,029 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 67,843 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 59,691 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 53,573 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front o/s brake disc corroded

o/s & n/s outer sills corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2012 49,831 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 46,863 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 44,576 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 41,453 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 37,893 miles

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

o/s front wihboe bush slight play

Fail 2 Feb 2008 37,845 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

o/s front wihboe bush slight play

Pass 2 Feb 2007 33,681 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 28,318 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 28,301 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

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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CA52 MGO is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 CA52 MGO, 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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CA52 MGO is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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