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DG53 TCU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

205,064 mi
Last recorded205,064 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 TCU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 205,064 miles

corrosion to vehicle

Fail 4 Nov 2017 204,957 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

corrosion to vehicle

Pass 10 Nov 2016 182,054 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.88mm (4.1.E.2b)

corrosion outside prescribed areas

Fail 9 Nov 2016 182,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting crossmember (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.88mm (4.1.E.2b)

corrosion outside prescribed areas

Pass 11 Nov 2015 336,675 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 311,631 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 290,537 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 267,444 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 233,496 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 233,496 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 206,721 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 206,721 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 170,892 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 140,383 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 105,383 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 65,923 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 57,822 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 57,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.C.1b)

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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DG53 TCU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DG53 TCU, 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 DG53 TCU registered?

DG53 TCU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is DG53 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 TCU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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