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DK53 VPV

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,283 mi
Last recorded42,283 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 VPV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 42,283 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 41,418 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 39,025 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 37,339 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 35,367 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 34,143 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,619 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 31,619 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,514 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,440 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 31,340 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 30,044 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 27,757 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 27,757 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 27,312 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 26,093 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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DK53 VPV is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DK53 VPV, 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 DK53 VPV?

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What year was DK53 VPV registered?

DK53 VPV is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DK53 VPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 VPV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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