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EX53 EPD

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

277,464 mi
Last recorded277,464 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 EPD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2013 277,464 miles

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 277,464 miles

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 263,085 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 238,936 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 238,936 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 214,659 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 192,316 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 192,316 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 167,904 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 152,166 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 121,355 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 121,355 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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EX53 EPD 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 EX53 EPD, 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 EX53 EPD registered?

EX53 EPD is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is EX53 EPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 EPD 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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