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LF53 UKG

2003 Ford Maverick

Black Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

179,978 mi
Last recorded179,978 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Maverick72,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 UKG
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 179,978 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 156,950 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 156,729 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 133,564 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 133,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 113,461 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 113,015 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 90,841 miles

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

front discs corroded on inner faces

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 17 Feb 2009 70,377 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2009 70,377 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 48,506 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 36,061 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 36,061 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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LF53 UKG is a 2003 Ford Maverick in Black with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF53 UKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Maverick is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF53 UKG registered?

LF53 UKG is a 2003 Ford Maverick, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is LF53 UKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 UKG shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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