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CX53 LJU

2003 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,647 mi
Last recorded68,647 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 LJU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 68,647 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 68,647 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 68,374 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arche. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arche. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 May 2023 68,321 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arche. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arche. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 68,044 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear quarter panel body damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2021 67,841 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 67,539 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 64,437 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear body damage to quarter panel/sill

Pass 21 Feb 2018 60,213 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 55,444 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 51,891 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 48,062 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 43,708 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 40,289 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 37,277 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 32,856 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 29,817 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 25,917 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 21,746 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 15,152 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 15,400 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 LJU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 CX53 LJU, 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

How do I check the history of CX53 LJU?

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What year was CX53 LJU registered?

CX53 LJU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is CX53 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 LJU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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