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HG53 FFH

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

102,268 mi
Last recorded102,268 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 FFH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 102,268 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 93,025 miles

n/s & o/s inner & outer sills corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2017 89,572 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Aug 2016 85,583 miles

Offside Inner sill corroded

Offside movement in steering rack arm

Fail 8 Aug 2016 85,583 miles

Offside Inner sill corroded

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

Offside movement in steering rack arm

Pass 21 Aug 2015 81,179 miles

o/s rear chassis corroded

play in o/s steering rack inner joint

Pass 11 Aug 2014 76,849 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,303 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 70,188 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 70,188 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 66,955 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 66,285 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 63,461 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 63,461 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 49,936 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 26,445 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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HG53 FFH is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HG53 FFH, 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

How do I check the history of HG53 FFH?

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What year was HG53 FFH registered?

HG53 FFH is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is HG53 FFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 FFH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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