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FD53 LFF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

226,034 mi
Last recorded226,034 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 LFF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2010 226,034 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

spare wheel is temporarily secured

Fail 3 Jun 2010 226,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

spare wheel is temporarily secured

Pass 27 May 2009 223,181 miles

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

both windscreen wipers slightly deteriorated

Fail 23 May 2009 223,169 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Both windscreen wiper blades slightly deteriorated

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

Pass 8 May 2008 220,714 miles

Imbalance to rear brakes

Pass 27 Apr 2007 215,702 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 215,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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FD53 LFF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD53 LFF, 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 FD53 LFF registered?

FD53 LFF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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