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FL53 ESG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

188,072 mi
Last recorded188,072 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 ESG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 188,072 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 185,793 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 172,295 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 13 Oct 2014 169,106 miles

brake pedal rubber split

clutch pedal rubber missing

nsr roof indicator inop

nsr roof marker inop

Pass 21 Oct 2013 146,954 miles

slight oil misting from rear shock absorbers but damping action not effected at time of test

Pass 30 Sep 2013 145,959 miles

nsf lower arm bush perished

osf lower arm bush perrished

Pass 17 Oct 2012 128,198 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 107,814 miles

off side rear hub seal leaking

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 84,419 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2010 84,419 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 61,159 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 61,159 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 38,667 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 16,885 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 59,783 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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FL53 ESG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 FL53 ESG, 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 FL53 ESG registered?

FL53 ESG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is FL53 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 ESG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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