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FE53 SNN

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

137,742 mi
Last recorded137,742 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 SNN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 137,742 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 137,742 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear mount area (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 136,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly perished in outer wall and tread

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis above axle corroded but not holed (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis above axle corroded but not holed (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 136,196 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch/floor pan area (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch area and chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch/floor pan area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

NSR, OSR and NSF tyres perishing in outer wall

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis above axle corroded but not holed (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis above axle corroded but not holed (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 130,276 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 130,069 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 117,046 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 107,316 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 101,452 miles

sills and body becoming corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2011 94,617 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 86,483 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 78,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

brake pedal rubber has a small split bit secure

nearside bumper slightly insecure

Fail 20 Mar 2009 78,545 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

brake pedal rubber has a small split bit secure

nearside bumper slightly insecure

Pass 21 Mar 2008 60,144 miles

damage/corrosion at n/s/r wheel arch

Fail 21 Mar 2008 60,144 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

bonnet difficult to open

damage/corrosion at n/s/r wheel arch

sump excessively corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2007 41,644 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 41,643 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 SNN 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 64.7%.

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 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 FE53 SNN, 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 SNN registered?

FE53 SNN is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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