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EX53 ETD

2003 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,726 mi
Last recorded146,726 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 ETD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 146,726 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 31 May 2013 140,050 miles

brake pedal anti slip worn on edge

front pads down to limit

n/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Fail 30 May 2013 140,042 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pedal anti slip worn on edge

front pads down to limit

n/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 6 Jun 2012 132,077 miles

brake pedal anti slip worn on edge

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge and has a nail in it

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 20 May 2011 125,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front rack arms slight play

Fail 19 May 2011 125,689 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front rack arms slight play

Fail 28 May 2010 117,530 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 117,530 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 109,325 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 99,594 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 93,851 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 68,195 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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EX53 ETD is a 2003 Ford Transit in Grey 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 ETD, 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 ETD registered?

EX53 ETD is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is EX53 ETD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 ETD 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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