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FB53 HZJ

2003 Ford Cardinal Hearse

Black Petrol 3984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,874 mi
Last recorded42,874 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Cardinal Hearse56,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 HZJ
MakeFord
ModelCardinal Hearse
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 42,874 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sections (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 42,874 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre sections (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 41,192 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 41,192 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,297 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,507 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 30,074 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 26,740 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,713 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 20,278 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 15,987 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 12,349 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Cardinal Hearse?

Based on 5,995 MOT tests across 523 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
2,603
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
523
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 173
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 129
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
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FB53 HZJ is a 2003 Ford Cardinal Hearse in Black with a 3,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Ford Cardinal Hearse models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 56,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Cardinal Hearse fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB53 HZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cardinal Hearse typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Cardinal Hearse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FB53 HZJ registered?

FB53 HZJ is a 2003 Ford Cardinal Hearse, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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