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EJ53 GRX

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

222,308 mi
Last recorded222,308 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 GRX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2014 222,308 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 177,479 miles

N/s/stering rack slight play

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 143,493 miles

Exaust front to rear deteriorating

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 110,644 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 82,509 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 82,509 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 74,588 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 65,896 miles

front fanhub hanging off

n/s/r handbrake cable sticking slightly

Pass 16 Mar 2007 59,128 miles

n/s/f door mirror cracked

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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EJ53 GRX is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EJ53 GRX, 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 EJ53 GRX registered?

EJ53 GRX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is EJ53 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ53 GRX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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