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HG53 OEU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,822 mi
Last recorded50,822 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 OEU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 50,822 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 37,408 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 37,343 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Excessive black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear of inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 22,575 miles

Brake performance ; Rear Drum Brakes slightly uneven on application

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most brake pipe coated with grease , may be corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration platemay be misread , fixing at G

Note ; Device mounting on centre area of windscreen may affect drivers view

Note ; Now 5 Passenger seats fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2022 22,573 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values Emissions test void , aborted (8.2.2.2 (f))

Rear Seat belt anchorage loose Double seat , seat belt stalk insecure , fixing partially undone (7.1.1 (b))

Rear Seat belt anchorage loose Single seat , seat belt stalk insecure , fixing partially undone (7.1.1 (b))

Rear Passenger's seat insecure Double seat fixings missing & partially undone (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger's seat insecure Single seat fixings missing & partially undone (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake performance ; Rear Drum Brakes slightly uneven on application

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most brake pipe coated with grease , may be corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration platemay be misread , fixing at G

Note ; Device mounting on centre area of windscreen may affect drivers view

Note ; Only 9 Seats fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Sep 2021 17,355 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 17,306 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 16,610 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 16,601 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 14,694 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 12,435 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 9,709 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 6,904 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 3,187 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 38,885 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 31,390 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 27,016 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 23,320 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 19,739 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 16,098 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 12,570 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 OEU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OEU, 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 HG53 OEU registered?

HG53 OEU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is HG53 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 OEU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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