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EF53 JDO

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,072 mi
Last recorded98,072 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2012 98,072 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 98,072 miles

Driver's view to front impaired by crack (6.9.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b) DANGEROUS

Brake pad warning light on

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 75,126 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 75,126 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 54,869 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 54,869 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (6.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 34,511 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 31,351 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

slight twist in OSR & NS 2nd row seat belts

Pass 2 Apr 2007 24,961 miles

straighten seatbelts rear seat trim pads missing

Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,942 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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EF53 JDO is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JDO, 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 JDO registered?

EF53 JDO is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is EF53 JDO safe to buy?

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