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EX53 UPG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

104,596 mi
Last recorded104,596 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 104,596 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

surface corrosion on rear chassis

Pass 17 Dec 2013 100,367 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Dec 2012 96,249 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 96,245 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 86,966 miles

Front wheel trims fitted.

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 74,671 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front and rear number plates deteriorating

front wheel trims fitted

o/s handbrake cable sticking

Pass 4 Jan 2010 62,973 miles

front Wheel trims fitted.

Pass 21 Jul 2008 45,750 miles

Front wheel trims fitted.

Pass 21 Aug 2007 32,308 miles

front brake discs worn

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s w/wiper blade loose

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

wheel nut covers fitted to front wheels

Pass 16 Aug 2006 23,630 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 UPG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UPG, 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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What year was EX53 UPG registered?

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

Is EX53 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UPG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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