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AD53 OSZ

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

236,478 mi
Last recorded236,478 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 OSZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 236,478 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside covered in underseal

Pass 13 Jun 2022 232,533 miles

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 230,167 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside main chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 226,489 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 222,156 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 213,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 206,888 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 198,365 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 191,841 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 182,584 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 182,011 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 165,181 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 153,139 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 137,460 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2011 137,460 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 128,826 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 108,756 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 27,836 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 26,559 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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AD53 OSZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AD53 OSZ, 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 AD53 OSZ registered?

AD53 OSZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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