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DG52 UEK

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

29,658 mi
Last recorded29,658 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 29,658 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 29,658 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 29,248 miles

All four tyres perishing

Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2024 27,824 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion starting to develop in offside front inner wheel arch

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75R16 C 113/111R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 27,824 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion starting to develop in offside front inner wheel arch

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/75R16 C 113/111R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 26,136 miles

All four tyres perishing

Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 22 Feb 2023 26,136 miles

All four tyres perishing

Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

Offside Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 24,252 miles

Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 22,031 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2021 22,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 20,838 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 17,015 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 12,720 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 12,386 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 12,100 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 11,815 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 11,476 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 11,137 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 11,133 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 10,744 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 10,395 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 9,982 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 9,657 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 9,336 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 8,964 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 8,475 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 UEK is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 UEK, 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

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What year was DG52 UEK registered?

DG52 UEK is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 4 February 2003.

Is DG52 UEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 UEK shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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