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FX53 ZXB

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 ZXB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2017

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rigger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded drop sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear chassis rigger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded drop sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear chassis rigger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear chassis rail corroded and laminated but not holed

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear chassis rail corroded and laminated but not holed

Pass 6 Jan 2017

advise nearside and offside inner and outer sills starting to corroded but not holed

advise nearside and offside rear inner wheel arch mounting point starting to correded

advise underbody corroded but not holed

Pass 3 Dec 2015 77,137 miles

BONNET LOCK BROKEN BUT STILL CAN OPEN IT

Fail 3 Dec 2015 77,137 miles

BONNET LOCK BROKEN BUT STILL CAN OPEN IT

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 69,663 miles

centre exhaust corroded

rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Sep 2013 63,024 miles

both wiper blades worn

exhaust boxses corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2013 63,024 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both wiper blades worn

exhaust boxses corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2012 57,062 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 50,286 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 50,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 45,942 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 45,942 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 38,332 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 26,962 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 25,675 miles

clutch hydraulics faulty

Fail 6 Aug 2007 25,675 miles

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

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

clutch hydraulics faulty

Pass 22 Aug 2006 20,211 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 20,211 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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 ZXB is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 ZXB, 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 FX53 ZXB registered?

FX53 ZXB is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FX53 ZXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 ZXB shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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