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FV53 JXX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

380,677 mi
Last recorded380,677 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 JXX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 380,677 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush rear bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 347,325 miles

Passenger side front door handle damaged but still opens door

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 301,475 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside sliding door handle broken

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight power steering fluid leak

Pass 21 Jan 2014 301,475 miles

Nearside sliding door handle broken

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight power steering fluid leak

Pass 9 Jan 2013 268,386 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 268,386 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 227,277 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 187,968 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 161,711 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 161,711 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 138,951 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 115,471 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 115,468 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 87,298 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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FV53 JXX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FV53 JXX, 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 FV53 JXX registered?

FV53 JXX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FV53 JXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 JXX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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