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DV53 UJM

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,732 mi
Last recorded105,732 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 UJM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 105,732 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 105,732 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill and foot well (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmeber (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 97,575 miles

Central rear inner cross member corrosion present not with 12/ of rear spring hangers

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Nov 2016 97,575 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded door step (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Nov 2015 89,106 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 89,106 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and o/s front outriggers (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill and rear inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and o/s rear outriggers (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill and inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,343 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 78,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 70,938 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 70,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 63,707 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 58,156 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 58,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 53,749 miles

n/s/r outer sill is excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area

Fail 28 Oct 2010 53,749 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r outer sill is excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area

Pass 19 Nov 2009 47,511 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 36,113 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 31 Oct 2008 36,113 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 30,710 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2006 23,129 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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DV53 UJM is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DV53 UJM, 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.

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DV53 UJM is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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