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LF53 VAJ

2003 Ford Maverick

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,303 mi
Last recorded105,303 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Maverick72,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 VAJ
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 105,303 miles

Engine oil leak.

Exhaust mounting bracket broken.

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

Rear differential minor oil leak.

Pass 5 Jun 2013 94,428 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2012 85,618 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 81,580 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 May 2010 73,125 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 May 2010 73,125 miles

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 May 2009 63,370 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 48,883 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 31,478 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 31,477 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 28,416 miles

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 VAJ is a 2003 Ford Maverick in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF53 VAJ registered?

LF53 VAJ is a 2003 Ford Maverick, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LF53 VAJ safe to buy?

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