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DE53 HSO

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,054 mi
Last recorded129,054 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 HSO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2019 129,054 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Entire inner and outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Entire inner and outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 121,443 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 113,582 miles

Both front wheel arches corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner chassis (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 113,582 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Both front wheel arches corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner chassis (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear outer chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 106,318 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 106,318 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Bonnet wont open (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 98,561 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 88,434 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 81,580 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 71,698 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 61,744 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 57,626 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 50,584 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 42,497 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 42,497 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 32,430 miles

n/s/f tyre is on the limit.

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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DE53 HSO is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE53 HSO, 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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DE53 HSO is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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