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GU53 LXH

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

244,433 mi
Last recorded244,433 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 244,433 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2016 231,594 miles

oil leak

Fail 20 Apr 2016 231,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2015 227,328 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 227,328 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 224,413 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 224,413 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 212,294 miles

'Knock' from offside front - no fault found but suggest attention

both rear footbrake efforts low

foot brake travel low

noise from both front wheel bearings - no roughness detected

offside front tyre worn edge

oil leak

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2010 193,384 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 70,941 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 141,624 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 141,611 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 114,005 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 84,943 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 LXH 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 GU53 LXH, 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 GU53 LXH registered?

GU53 LXH is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is GU53 LXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 LXH 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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