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EF52 OPH

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,755 mi
Last recorded159,755 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 OPH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2024 159,755 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bumper trim sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central exhaust corroded

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

low coolant

Pass 9 Mar 2023 129,682 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 6,284 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2021 6,284 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 120,425 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 120,412 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 116,987 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 113,891 miles

presenter adviced offside brake disc

Pass 1 Dec 2016 111,321 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 108,816 miles

Nearside Rear Inner inner edge worn

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 104,884 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 104,875 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 101,752 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 97,116 miles

screen chip out side zone a

Pass 25 Nov 2011 90,295 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 83,171 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 77,205 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 68,585 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 64,426 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 57,450 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 44,982 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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EF52 OPH is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EF52 OPH, 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 EF52 OPH registered?

EF52 OPH is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is EF52 OPH safe to buy?

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