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FP53 LHR

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

271,251 mi
Last recorded271,251 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 LHR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 271,251 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2019 270,367 miles

Brake performance not tested severe under body corrosion to chassis and brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1 main over tank (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions not tested fuel and oil leak 270k on engine and no info on condition (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor mounting area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s and n/s chassis in front of rear springs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength both lower and upper front inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area to box mountings o/s and n/s corroded and body filler repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

this vehicle is very corroded on its underbody and front inner wings it has also been body filler in many places make inf full inspection very difficult

Pass 10 Mar 2018 164,397 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 156,171 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 144,060 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 135,701 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 126,810 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 62,788 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 110,177 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 91,734 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 91,734 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 71,644 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 64,283 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 52,475 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 39,934 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 28,697 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 28,697 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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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FP53 LHR is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FP53 LHR, 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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What year was FP53 LHR registered?

FP53 LHR is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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