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CX53 LHT

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

119,182 mi
Last recorded119,182 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 LHT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2024 119,182 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Window not made of safety glass missing (3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak all 4 (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under van (1.1.11 (c))

Emergency exit window 'break glass' hammer missing (9.1.2 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

loads of underbody surface rust

Fail 19 May 2022 119,149 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Window in an unacceptable condition door glass broken / missing (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside mirror glass cracked - wide angle mirror providing sufficient view to rear

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion on body

interior heavily cover in dirt/mud

spare wheel missing

surface corrosion on various steering / brake / suspension components

Pass 30 Nov 2020 113,646 miles

Nearside n/s mirror glass damaged - not affecting view to rear

Nearside sliding door step plastic trim damaged

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

rear number plate slightly deterioated

slight damage to o/s mirror case - no sharp edge

slight oil leak

surface corrosion on various chassis and suspension components

surface corrosion to all metal brake pipes

Fail 30 Nov 2020 113,646 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside n/s mirror glass damaged - not affecting view to rear

Nearside sliding door step plastic trim damaged

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

rear number plate slightly deterioated

slight damage to o/s mirror case - no sharp edge

slight oil leak

surface corrosion on various chassis and suspension components

surface corrosion to all metal brake pipes

Pass 1 Jun 2019 106,727 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes - front to rear and across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front slight wear on inner edge of tyre

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight damage to o/s mirror outer plastic casing - no sharp edge

slight damage to rear step - no sharp edge

surface corrosion on chassis / suspension components

Fail 1 Jun 2019 106,727 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes - front to rear and across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front slight wear on inner edge of tyre

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight damage to o/s mirror outer plastic casing - no sharp edge

slight damage to rear step - no sharp edge

surface corrosion on chassis / suspension components

Pass 7 Dec 2016 83,739 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 25,610 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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CX53 LHT is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc 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 CX53 LHT, 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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CX53 LHT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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