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FE53 FXZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

201,673 mi
Last recorded201,673 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 FXZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 201,673 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

various body corrosion

Pass 22 May 2019 192,689 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 190,095 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 190,095 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 185,046 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 180,023 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2015 177,061 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 167,943 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 162,647 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2012 151,041 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 151,041 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 143,903 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged.

Fail 4 Feb 2011 143,901 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged.

Pass 17 Nov 2009 92,608 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 92,216 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 92,009 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 80,599 miles

near side rear hub seal leaking on to rear shoes and drum

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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FE53 FXZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FE53 FXZ, 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 FE53 FXZ registered?

FE53 FXZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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