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FX53 ZPH

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

102,539 mi
Last recorded102,539 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 102,539 miles

both sides rear chassis box sections showing corrosion

under body of vehicle generally showing corrosion

Fail 30 May 2018 102,538 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis section inside corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis section inside corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both sides rear chassis box sections showing corrosion

Pass 31 May 2017 97,375 miles

exhaust silencer casing corroded

Fail 24 May 2017 97,320 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

exhaust silencer casing corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2016 92,944 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 92,944 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play hub excessive play & excessive roughness in wheel bearing (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 88,103 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

n/s/r slow application on hand & foot application

rear brakes imbalance 30% on limit

Pass 27 May 2014 82,727 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 75,315 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 75,315 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2012 70,199 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 63,634 miles

front brake discs showing wear lips

Fail 27 May 2011 63,634 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 57,936 miles

advise exhausy emissions black smoke internitant on excelerator release check egr

Fail 27 May 2009 51,602 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 27 May 2009 51,602 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 45,409 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 43,958 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 35,004 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 35,004 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Inner Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 ZPH is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 FX53 ZPH, 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 ZPH registered?

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

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