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CV53 TBU

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 TBU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018

Front Inner Body has slight corrosion both sides wheel arches corroded (6.1.B.2)

Inner Body has slight corrosion offside and outer sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Outer Body has slight corrosion nearside and inner sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides corroded (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2018

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Front Inner Body has slight corrosion both sides wheel arches corroded (6.1.B.2)

Inner Body has slight corrosion offside and outer sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Outer Body has slight corrosion nearside and inner sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides corroded (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 184,055 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 18 Jan 2017 184,049 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 181,381 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 157,420 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 153,654 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 145,843 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 145,843 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 136,642 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 136,642 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 121,511 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 100,533 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 100,442 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 87,778 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 87,774 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 67,289 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 67,254 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CV53 TBU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV53 TBU, 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 CV53 TBU registered?

CV53 TBU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is CV53 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 TBU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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