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FX53 ZBJ

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

197,043 mi
Last recorded197,043 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 ZBJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 197,043 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2021 197,043 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working n/s and o/s (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 20 May 2021 197,042 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working n/s and o/s (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 194,969 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 194,966 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 191,517 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 191,491 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to side under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to side under wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 187,490 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 179,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion arch to floor has a hole (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak ()

windscreen has a chip but not affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 14 Nov 2015 174,246 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 162,394 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 157,087 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 157,086 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

centre of the tow bar is missing

fan belt noisey

Pass 19 Sep 2012 146,379 miles

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

exhaust coroded

Fail 19 Sep 2012 146,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

exhaust coroded

Pass 21 Sep 2011 137,774 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 130,760 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 119,309 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 111,092 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 99,753 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 73,354 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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FX53 ZBJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FX53 ZBJ, 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 FX53 ZBJ registered?

FX53 ZBJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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