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EA53 JVL

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,784 mi
Last recorded50,784 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 JVL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 50,784 miles

Nearside Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chasis beam (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 49,534 miles

Nearside sill corroded inner and outer

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

both rear chassis rails corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2016 467,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Nearside outer sill shows corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2015 47,142 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 57,827 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 49,423 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 43,377 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 36,537 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 28,509 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 21,762 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 21,762 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 13,023 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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EA53 JVL 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 92.3%.

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 JVL, 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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What year was EA53 JVL registered?

EA53 JVL is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is EA53 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 JVL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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