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CW53 HWG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,342 mi
Last recorded59,342 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW53 HWG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2009 59,342 miles

advise n/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 27 Nov 2008 50,538 miles

n/s/rear tyre side wall in poor condition

Fail 21 Nov 2008 50,538 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

dent in o/s/front road wheel

n/s/rear tyre side wall in poor condition

Fail 15 Nov 2008 50,538 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

engine oil leak (bad).

n/s/f bumper split.

o/s/f bumper loose.

o/s/f wheel rim bent.

side loading door bent.

Pass 14 Nov 2007 42,697 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

noise from o/s/f brake?

Fail 13 Nov 2007 42,697 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

noise from o/s/f brake?

Pass 15 Nov 2006 32,240 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 32,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

heavy oil leak on engine

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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CW53 HWG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 CW53 HWG, 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 CW53 HWG registered?

CW53 HWG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is CW53 HWG safe to buy?

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