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EF53 JXC

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

148,790 mi
Last recorded148,790 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 148,790 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 142,985 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 135,268 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 128,125 miles

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))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 127,397 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 114,455 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 106,258 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 105,025 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 101,720 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 94,167 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 87,961 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F

Fail 1 Feb 2013 87,961 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 80,696 miles

N/S/LIGHT LENSE CRACKED NOT SHOWING WHITE LIGHT

O/S/REAR BODY LAMP LENSE BROCKEN RED BULB HAS BEEN FITTED

Pass 11 Jan 2011 72,932 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 65,366 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 59,434 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 54,170 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 48,052 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 JXC is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 JXC, 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

How do I check the history of EF53 JXC?

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What year was EF53 JXC registered?

EF53 JXC is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is EF53 JXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 JXC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF53 JXC have outstanding finance?

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