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FH53 WZN

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

32,795 mi
Last recorded32,795 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 WZN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 32,795 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced within 30cm of leaf spring suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security within 30cm of leaf spring suspension mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 31,030 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body corrosion within 30cm of leaf spring suspension mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking slightly on outer face (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 31,610 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body corrosion within 30cm of leak spring suspicion mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 27,797 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 26,185 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 24,876 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 24,876 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 23,193 miles

exhaust clamp broken but system supported

Pass 14 May 2018 21,519 miles

exhaust clamp broken but system supported

Pass 5 May 2017 19,163 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 16,229 miles

front brake discs pitted

Pass 21 May 2015 12,832 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 13 May 2015 12,822 miles

Offside Front Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 6 May 2014 197,935 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 194,704 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 187,712 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 181,397 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 181,387 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 8,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 8,605 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 5,347 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 4,715 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 4,087 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 3,441 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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FH53 WZN is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FH53 WZN, 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 FH53 WZN registered?

FH53 WZN is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is FH53 WZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 WZN shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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