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EJ53 VMF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,051 mi
Last recorded91,051 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 VMF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 91,051 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 91,040 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 90,223 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 89,091 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 85,397 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 80,199 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 75,219 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 68,007 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 76,258 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 75,178 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 70,481 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 65,546 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 60,857 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 56,510 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 48,687 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 43,271 miles

slight damage to nearside and offside seat belt webbing

Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,703 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 34,434 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,241 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 22,973 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 16,404 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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EJ53 VMF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EJ53 VMF, 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 VMF registered?

EJ53 VMF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is EJ53 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ53 VMF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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