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AE53 DVR

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,232 mi
Last recorded54,232 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 DVR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 54,232 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 54,108 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 54,040 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 53,957 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 53,781 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 53,282 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 53,255 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 52,355 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 50,494 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 42,293 miles

exhaust rear mounting bracket loose

o/s/f lower ball joint gatior spilt

o/s/r top marker n/working

Pass 30 Mar 2010 36,953 miles

rear exhaust bracket loose

small hole in osr light lens

Pass 2 Apr 2009 34,884 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 34,884 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 29,040 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 22,957 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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AE53 DVR is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AE53 DVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE53 DVR registered?

AE53 DVR is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is AE53 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 DVR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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