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EF53 ERK

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,231 mi
Last recorded181,231 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 ERK
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 181,231 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near spring hangers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Offside Front wheel arch corroded

general under body corrosion

Pass 16 Jun 2017 176,044 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all spring hangers corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 10 Jun 2017 176,044 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer cill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all spring hangers corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 168,210 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded both front too rear rear portions (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 162,553 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2015 162,550 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 155,397 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 146,610 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sills corroded

under body corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2013 146,496 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sills corroded

under body corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2012 135,720 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 135,720 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 123,258 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 123,258 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 102,896 miles

BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER WORN

Fail 2 Nov 2009 102,896 miles

BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER WORN

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 83,494 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 65,794 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

o/s/r tyre wall damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2006 48,170 miles

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

rear brake imbalance (28%)

rear number plate deteriorating

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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EF53 ERK is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EF53 ERK, 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 EF53 ERK registered?

EF53 ERK is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is EF53 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 ERK shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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