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EJ53 VNT

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,800 mi
Last recorded140,800 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2015 140,800 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 130,385 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 117,731 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 117,731 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 106,527 miles

o/s/f metal brake pipe not in clip...

rear anti roll bar inner bushes worn....

Pass 24 Nov 2010 93,627 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 93,627 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 79,896 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 65,271 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 65,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 51,800 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 38,483 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 VNT is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VNT, 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 VNT registered?

EJ53 VNT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is EJ53 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ53 VNT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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