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DG52 KBE

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,033 mi
Last recorded99,033 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 KBE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2023 99,033 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 2.28 mean recorded , manufacturers plate limit is 1.19 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre . (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake modification unsafe Compression type joint fitted which is not suitable . (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg corroded and holed by shock absorber . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner of chassis leg above rear of front subframe is corroded and holed . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing corroded and holed . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Leaking on corroded area . (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body component likely to become detached Bump stop . (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users Thick black smoke noted on acceleration . (8.2.2.2 (c))

Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Unable to inspect some repairs due to liberal application of underseal . (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded . (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch behind front wheel is corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner of chassis leg above rear of subframe is heavily corroded . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bump stop missing .

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour Orange reflector fitted and not red . (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg under bonnet heavily corroded . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer sill at bottom of b post is corroded and holed . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour Orange reflector fitted and not red . (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg corroded heavily and swollen by bump stop mounting . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Repair plate on inner sill is not seam welded .

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes on axle are greased up . (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% recorded , nearside rear effort is lower than offside rear effort . (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both sides . (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides corroded near to shackle mountings . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 97,962 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear bump stop deteriorated

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

Offside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2020 94,981 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 93,180 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 90,446 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner corrosion to structure

Pass 22 Nov 2017 87,877 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 87,874 miles

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body mount in front of wheel (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings suill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings body mount in front of wheel (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 85,260 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion near side sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 82,622 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 80,715 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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DG52 KBE is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG52 KBE, 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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DG52 KBE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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