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DU53 VLZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

186,179 mi
Last recorded186,179 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 VLZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 186,179 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 169,632 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 152,310 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 141,445 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 131,863 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 122,797 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 122,797 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 113,150 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 92,010 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

minor fuel leak from front of engine

Pass 1 May 2007 92,010 miles

minor fuel leak from front of engine

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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DU53 VLZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DU53 VLZ, 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 DU53 VLZ registered?

DU53 VLZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is DU53 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 VLZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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