CarVerify

Free Car Check

DE53 HZB

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

97,780 mi
Last recorded97,780 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 97,780 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 97,780 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 97,767 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 85,582 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear chassi rails badly corroded

front numberplate cracked

nearside rear and offside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed areas extensivly patched and welded

slight damage to offside mirror cover

Fail 22 Dec 2012 85,582 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front number plate cracked

rear chassi and floor badly corroded

slight damage to offside mirror cover

Fail 15 Nov 2012 85,551 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

All of the rear chassi and floor badly corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

front numberplate cracked

nearside rear tyre has slight cuts in the tread

slight damage to offside mirror cover

Pass 2 Dec 2011 80,981 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

corrosion to chassis

cut to offside front tyre wall

Fail 1 Dec 2011 80,981 miles

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)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

corrosion to chassis

cut to offside front tyre wall

Pass 30 Nov 2010 75,609 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 69,061 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre worn slightly on the outer edge

slight damage to offside rear bumper

Pass 20 Nov 2008 64,765 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 64,765 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 16 Nov 2007 59,257 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 59,257 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 53,910 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 53,910 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fanbelt fluffing....front brake discs corroding....key not working in o/s/f door lock..........................195/70/15C

n/s/f tyre very close to limit.....top heater/matrix....spare tyre flat....wheel nut covers missing....

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
Full Ford Transit reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DE53 HZB 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 56.3%.

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 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 DE53 HZB, 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 DE53 HZB?

You can check the full history of DE53 HZB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DE53 HZB registered?

DE53 HZB is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is DE53 HZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 HZB shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE53 HZB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DE53 HZB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.