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DN53 SJU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

65,082 mi
Last recorded65,082 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 SJU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2013 65,082 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 65,081 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 57,189 miles

brake fluid level low.

on axel brake pipes corroded.

osf seat belt worn.

power steering pipes corroded.

rear seat belts mouldy.

Pass 1 Mar 2011 64,988 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 55,930 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 55,930 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (6.4.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) are incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1)

Front Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 46,651 miles

11 rear seatbelts slow recoil operation

Fail 24 Feb 2009 46,643 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (6.4.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.4d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.8.A5a)

11 rear seatbelts slow recoil operation

Pass 26 Feb 2008 37,954 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 37,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) are incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.12.4a)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 28,451 miles

n/s mirror slightly damaged, but not affecting rear view.

Fail 22 Feb 2007 28,451 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

n/s mirror slightly damaged, but not affecting rear view.

Pass 27 Feb 2006 19,661 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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DN53 SJU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DN53 SJU, 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 DN53 SJU registered?

DN53 SJU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is DN53 SJU safe to buy?

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