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HV53 FRL

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

209,337 mi
Last recorded209,337 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 FRL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 209,337 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 197,016 miles

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

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

front disc pitted

n/s/r tyre age cracked and wearing low

Pass 21 Aug 2012 189,263 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2011 160,789 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 132,468 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 105,660 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 76,399 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 57,660 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

front discs groved

h/brake has minimal reserve travel

Fail 21 Aug 2007 57,660 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front discs groved

h/brake has minimal reserve travel

Pass 11 Sep 2006 43,022 miles

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

front discs groved on edges

r/h front tyre worn on inner edge

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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HV53 FRL is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HV53 FRL, 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 HV53 FRL registered?

HV53 FRL is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HV53 FRL safe to buy?

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