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FD53 LFT

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,255 mi
Last recorded160,255 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 LFT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 160,255 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 7 Jul 2018 160,055 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both sides front inner sills and step covered heavily with sealant

Pass 10 Jul 2017 160,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 160,541 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 157,231 miles

front brake disks worn on inner face

front screen has small crack

Pass 30 Dec 2014 153,795 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 148,820 miles

windscreen cracked but not in swept area

Pass 2 Jan 2013 144,002 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 138,712 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 132,078 miles

both front inner rack arms have play need looking at soon

Pass 11 Dec 2009 123,082 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 117,650 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 111,203 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 106,024 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 106,024 miles

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

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 LFT is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FD53 LFT, 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 LFT registered?

FD53 LFT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is FD53 LFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD53 LFT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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