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EA53 JUU

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

85,926 mi
Last recorded85,926 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 JUU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 85,926 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 85,926 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 81,586 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 81,572 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 26 Nov 2021 81,561 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 81,561 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 81,489 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 81,479 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 81,479 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 81,412 miles

Nearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 81,093 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear bump stops insecure

Pass 11 Aug 2016 80,392 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 80,392 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side rubber spilit (8.2.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 78,627 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 78,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 77,927 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 77,927 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 75,948 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

NOTE- Smoke test passed as readings did not register.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Feb 2012 75,884 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 21 Feb 2011 73,735 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 62,233 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 62,233 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 51,170 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 35,464 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 23,100 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 23,100 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EA53 JUU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EA53 JUU, 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 EA53 JUU registered?

EA53 JUU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is EA53 JUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 JUU shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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