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GU53 LUJ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,766 mi
Last recorded140,766 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 LUJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 140,766 miles

Bumper insecure front n/s ()

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front o/s (2.4.G.2)

Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front n/s (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play front o/s has play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front n/s (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front o/s (4.1.E.1)

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

rear n/s arch has slight corrosion

Fail 9 Jun 2016 140,766 miles

Bumper insecure front n/s ()

Headlamp not working on main beam front n/s (1.7.5a)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front o/s (2.4.G.2)

Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front n/s (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play front o/s has play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front n/s (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front o/s (4.1.E.1)

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

rear n/s arch has slight corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2015 132,986 miles

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

steering rack wet no obvious leaks

Pass 11 Jun 2014 124,490 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 113,008 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 113,008 miles

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

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

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 102,667 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 100,155 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 95,360 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 91,227 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 88,051 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 159,774 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 159,774 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 143,912 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 141,034 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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GU53 LUJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU53 LUJ, 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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GU53 LUJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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