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FL53 EVY

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

206,513 mi
Last recorded206,513 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 EVY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 206,513 miles

corrosion

Pass 8 Aug 2017 197,287 miles

heavly corroded

repairs heavily sealed and under body

Fail 26 Jun 2017 197,269 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Inner sill panel (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by stop and fog lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by indicator (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear shackle mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill panel (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill panel lower seam (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear shackle mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both sides affected by nearside indicator (1.1.A.3f)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Master cylinder to abs unit (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front to rear brake pipes coated in grease

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Inner sill (mudflap bracket attachment) (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 168,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded master cylinder to abs pump (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside centre chassis corroded but not considered excessive

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front to rear brake pipes coated in grease

Fail 5 Jul 2016 168,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis both ends of leaf spring (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded door step (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner rear wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis both ends of leaf spring (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded master cylinder to abs pump (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside centre chassis corroded but not considered excessive

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front to rear brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 30 Apr 2015 147,845 miles

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 1 May 2014 134,948 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

n/s sill corroded

Pass 2 May 2013 122,798 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 110,887 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 96,863 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 80,979 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 66,706 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 53,637 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 53,637 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 39,688 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 29,759 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 EVY is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EVY, 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.

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FL53 EVY is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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