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CU53 OJJ

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

332,812 mi
Last recorded332,812 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 OJJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 332,812 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 332,489 miles

Oil leak

underseal peeling off underbody

Fail 26 Feb 2015 332,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

underseal peeling off underbody

Pass 4 Nov 2013 316,636 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 284,724 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f cv boot damp

Pass 8 Nov 2011 247,981 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 247,980 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2010 211,150 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 211,150 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 174,006 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 173,942 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 139,104 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 139,104 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 109,324 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 86,649 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 OJJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 OJJ, 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 OJJ registered?

CU53 OJJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is CU53 OJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 OJJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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