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EX53 UOY

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

188,001 mi
Last recorded188,001 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UOY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 188,001 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 180,694 miles

Crack on nearside of windscreen not affecting drivers view

Nearside sill and rear chassis corroded

Offside track rod end ball joint slight play

Pass 20 Aug 2013 162,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight crack in nsf screen

Pass 12 Sep 2012 143,786 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

big crack in windscreen

engine oil leak

exhaust corosion

front brake disce heavily lipped

Fail 10 Sep 2012 143,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

big crack in windscreen

engine oil leak

exhaust corosion

front brake disce heavily lipped

Pass 19 Aug 2011 124,936 miles

front screen cracked out of road view

Pass 28 Aug 2010 109,541 miles

exhaust for corrosion

front brake discs lipped

Fail 25 Aug 2010 109,541 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

exhaust for corrosion

front brake discs lipped

Pass 1 Sep 2009 94,131 miles

exhaust corroded

front discs slightly worn

slight oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 2 Aug 2008 77,611 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 59,444 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 59,444 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 43,403 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 UOY is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UOY, 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 UOY registered?

EX53 UOY is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 UOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UOY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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