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DF53 LNE

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,271 mi
Last recorded115,271 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 LNE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 115,271 miles

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

corrosion through-out undercarriage

Fail 19 Jan 2026 115,261 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

corrosion through-out undercarriage

Pass 24 Jan 2025 112,638 miles

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

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corroded

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 109,328 miles

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

both inner sills heavily corroded not within 30cm

Pass 9 Jan 2023 104,563 miles

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded not within 30cm

Offside sill corroded not within 30cm

Pass 14 Jan 2022 101,410 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Jan 2021 97,407 miles

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 15 Jan 2020 94,387 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 88,863 miles

Rear rear silencer box corroded

Fail 14 Jan 2019 88,863 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of rear spring mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear rear silencer box corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2018 81,722 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 75,333 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 75,333 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Windscreen washers inoperative (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 69,913 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 65,609 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 60,098 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 53,226 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Jan 2012 47,476 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 41,888 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 35,788 miles

balance on front brake's 24 %

Pass 14 Jan 2009 28,338 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 25,966 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 18,228 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2006 18,228 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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DF53 LNE is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DF53 LNE, 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 DF53 LNE registered?

DF53 LNE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is DF53 LNE safe to buy?

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