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CU53 GTF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,685 mi
Last recorded82,685 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 82,685 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 82,685 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use (9.7 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2017 78,248 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 68,645 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 58,874 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 35,498 miles

number plate lights dim

oil leak

slight interaction on rear side lights with hazards

slight o/s/r brake bind

Fail 31 May 2014 35,477 miles

Driving control(s) clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing (6.8.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

number plate lights dim

oil leak

slight interaction on rear side lights with hazards

slight o/s/r brake bind

Pass 29 May 2013 13,199 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2011 157,361 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 124,864 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 86,770 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 57,877 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 57,877 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order affecting the beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 34,921 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 28,010 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 18,166 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 GTF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GTF, 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 CU53 GTF registered?

CU53 GTF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is CU53 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 GTF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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