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CXZ 5853

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

173,405 mi
Last recorded173,405 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXZ 5853
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 173,405 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 167,395 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 159,846 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 151,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis leg area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis leg area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 143,558 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 133,959 miles

corrosion to offside front inner step panel

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 19 May 2017 121,584 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion to offside front door step inner panel

exhaust deteriorated

nearside mirror cover missing

Fail 10 May 2017 121,258 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak ()

corrosion to offside front door step inner panel

exhaust deteriorated

nearside mirror cover missing

nearside rear and offside rear chassis between spring mounts corroded but not excessive

Pass 8 Nov 2016 116,965 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 102,894 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Oct 2014 90,631 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Oil leak

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2014 90,631 miles

Oil leak

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2013 87,925 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2013 87,925 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres staring to deteriorate

Pass 15 Oct 2012 84,645 miles

offside rear tyre tread slight distortion , both rear tyre tread and sidewalls perishing .

Pass 11 Oct 2011 81,671 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 81,671 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 72,441 miles

general corrosion underside of vehicle . front brake discs slight wear.both rear tyre treads and sidewalls perishing .

Pass 17 Sep 2009 60,040 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 17 Sep 2008 49,110 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 45,448 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2007 45,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 33,184 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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CXZ 5853 is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CXZ 5853, 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 CXZ 5853 registered?

CXZ 5853 is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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