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CU53 HXJ

2003 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

184,312 mi
Last recorded184,312 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 HXJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 184,312 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 May 2015 184,271 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 170,979 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 156,392 miles

Offside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 139,471 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 129,628 miles

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 114,237 miles

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

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 90,048 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 68,400 miles

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

engine oil leak

power steering hose damp with oil

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 HXJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CU53 HXJ, 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 HXJ registered?

CU53 HXJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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