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EY53 MHL

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

147,985 mi
Last recorded147,985 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY53 MHL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2019 147,985 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced around brake compensator valve mounting bracket (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill along whole length of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind/around rear leaf spring mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced above rear axle (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill front centre and rear parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

heavy corrosion to underside of vehicle and rear cross member

Pass 13 Aug 2018 140,355 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads on the limit need changing as soon as possible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 140,355 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads on the limit need changing as soon as possible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 133,764 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 133,764 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 127,454 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 127,454 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 119,867 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive load valve mounting area cracked but secure (3.1.9)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 111,921 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 100,845 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 87,197 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front and rear sills corroded but not within prescribed area

Pass 9 Aug 2011 72,895 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 62,121 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 47,589 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,018 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 25,201 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 14,179 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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EY53 MHL is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EY53 MHL, 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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EY53 MHL is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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