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CU53 EZA

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

16,538 mi
Last recorded16,538 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 EZA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 16,538 miles

Rear Tyre date code illegible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus or coach both side (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 16,374 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 16,374 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 16,156 miles

Emergency exit window 'break glass' hammer missing (9.1.2 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 16,155 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Emergency exit sign missing passenger door (9.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective and one at front (7.1.2 (e))

Emergency exit window 'break glass' hammer missing (9.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 16,125 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 16,125 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 15,917 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 15,537 miles

Nearside Emergency exit sign not in accordance with the requirements passenger door in side and out (9.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,134 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 14,389 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 14,389 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective not opening (8.4.2)

Headlamp aim too high o/s (1.8)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 13,700 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 13,700 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 11,633 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,198 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 8,423 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 6,677 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 4,813 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 2,040 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008
Pass 13 Sep 2007 13,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,957 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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CU53 EZA is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CU53 EZA, 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 CU53 EZA registered?

CU53 EZA is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is CU53 EZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 EZA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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