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FG53 HGU

2003 Ford Transit

Orange Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,149 mi
Last recorded135,149 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 HGU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2015 135,149 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 131,442 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 129,745 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 129,742 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 115,888 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 109,081 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 99,538 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 90,722 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 79,353 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 60,050 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 51,837 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 HGU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Orange with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HGU, 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 HGU registered?

FG53 HGU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is FG53 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 HGU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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