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HV53 OAP

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

194,274 mi
Last recorded194,274 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 OAP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 194,274 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 184,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 155,286 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 134,580 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

nearside rear body bumper damaged

Fail 29 Jul 2009 134,580 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

nearside rear body bumper damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2008 100,527 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 85,886 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 85,277 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 85,275 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

near side rear tyre miss shapen

Pass 14 Jun 2006 53,319 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 53,319 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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HV53 OAP is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HV53 OAP, 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 HV53 OAP registered?

HV53 OAP is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is HV53 OAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 OAP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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