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EF53 HVU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

176,020 mi
Last recorded176,020 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 HVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 176,020 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 144,472 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 135,036 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 135,036 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 123,219 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 123,215 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 111,379 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 111,379 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 89,728 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 73,265 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 52,894 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 52,639 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,629 miles

both rear marker lights not weking

off side rear marker light lens missing

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 HVU 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 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 EF53 HVU, 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 HVU registered?

EF53 HVU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is EF53 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 HVU shows 13 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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