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FP53 LHZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2021

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Under side of vehicle light corrosion

Pass 15 Aug 2019 127,059 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch slight corrosion

Nearside Rear Chassis outer rigger slight corrosion

Offside Front Body wing slight corrosion

Offside Outer sill slight corrosion

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 117,617 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

VEHICLE STRUCTURE HEAVILY CORRODED AND EXTENSIVELY REPAIRED BY WELDING

Fail 15 Aug 2018 117,615 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

VEHICLE STRUCTURE HEAVILY CORRODED AND EXTENSIVELY REPAIRED BY WELDING

Fail 13 Jun 2018 117,611 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch areas both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step areas both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 108,732 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 9 May 2017 108,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering step area (6.1.A.1)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 May 2016 101,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axel (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust centre section in poor condition

underside of vehicle is very rusty and has been repaired in various places

Fail 19 May 2016 101,095 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis and supporting structure - various (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner floor and step - two places (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch to floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis and supporting structure - various (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axel (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust centre section in poor condition

underside of vehicle is very rusty and has been repaired in various places

Pass 28 May 2015 93,685 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 26 May 2015 93,682 miles

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

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

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

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 85,599 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 79,470 miles

General corrosion arround vehicle.

Pass 2 May 2012 69,283 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 61,389 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 58,871 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 58,871 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 44,811 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,921 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 36,921 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 33,892 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 33,892 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

INTERIOR MIRROR ADRIFT

O/S REAR SEAT BELT TWISTED

Pass 17 Oct 2006 26,081 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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FP53 LHZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LHZ, 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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FP53 LHZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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