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FG53 HGN

2003 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,449 mi
Last recorded5,449 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2009
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 HGN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2009 5,449 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 5,436 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 27,528 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 25,843 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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FG53 HGN is a 2003 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FG53 HGN, 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 FG53 HGN registered?

FG53 HGN is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is FG53 HGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 HGN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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