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HV53 SDU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,712 mi
Last recorded132,712 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 SDU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 132,712 miles

9 seats fitted at test

Central Front Oil leak ()

Central Front Oil leak ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jul 2016 123,726 miles

windscreen cracked out of drivers view

Fail 5 Jul 2016 123,700 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner tyre flat

windscreen cracked out of drivers view

Pass 22 Feb 2010 70,620 miles

n/s and o/s second axle wheel bearings slight play

tacho 2 year cal out

Pass 16 Mar 2009 61,609 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 50,670 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 50,670 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 39,862 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 30,167 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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HV53 SDU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SDU, 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 HV53 SDU registered?

HV53 SDU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is HV53 SDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 SDU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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