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FE53 VBF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

190,759 mi
Last recorded190,759 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 190,759 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 189,925 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 185,184 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 180,197 miles

clutch and brake pedal pad rubbers worn

front lower arm rear bushes perishing near side and off side

Fail 30 Sep 2011 180,184 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

clutch and brake pedal pad rubbers worn

front lower arm rear bushes perishing near side and off side

Pass 11 Mar 2010 158,254 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 158,126 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 142,305 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2008 110,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leaks from front timing cover and rear main seal

Fail 20 Feb 2008 110,077 miles

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leaks from front timing cover and rear main seal

Pass 28 Aug 2007 102,489 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 102,482 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 75,041 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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FE53 VBF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VBF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE53 VBF registered?

FE53 VBF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is FE53 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE53 VBF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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