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DK53 VRG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,737 mi
Last recorded33,737 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 VRG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 33,737 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 32,829 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 32,576 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 31,646 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 30,593 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 29,458 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 28,946 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 28,932 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 27,227 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 25,634 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 22,985 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 22,985 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both front brake discs corroded

nearside front bottom ball joint cover split

Pass 8 Oct 2010 22,082 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 19,506 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 19,503 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 16,220 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 13,556 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 13,556 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 8,433 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 VRG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DK53 VRG, 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 DK53 VRG registered?

DK53 VRG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is DK53 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 VRG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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