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EU53 CZZ

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

105,209 mi
Last recorded105,209 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 CZZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Jan 2021 105,209 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near side rear leaf spring mount (rear mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near side rear shock absorber mount (top) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength off side rear leaf spring mount (front mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength off side rear leaf spring mount (rear mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected near side rear leaf spring mount (front) (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side front door step/ wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive off side rear shock absorber mount (top) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2019 97,838 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2018 97,708 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 2x holes (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 2x holes (marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

hand brake lever pulls high.

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres perished.

o/s/f tyre 2mm.

slight free play o/s/f steering rack end.

various metal brake pipes signs of corrosion.

Pass 6 Sep 2017 90,071 miles

hand brake lever pulls high.

n/s wing mirror glass damaged.

signs of corrosion to rear box section (by rear suspension bump stops) both sides.

Fail 29 Aug 2017 90,040 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower step inner/outer sills. (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded lower step inner/outer sills. (5.2.6)

hand brake lever pulls high.

n/s wing mirror glass damaged.

signs of corrosion to rear box section (by rear suspension bump stops) both sides.

Pass 31 Aug 2016 83,848 miles

bodywork showing signs of rust/corrosion.

n/s wing mirror glass damaged.

Pass 3 Sep 2015 70,695 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 65,626 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 May 2015 65,624 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EU53 CZZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU53 CZZ, 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.

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EU53 CZZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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