The road tax status for SF53 DSE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SF53 DSE?

The MOT for SF53 DSE is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 April 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SF53 DSE?

The recorded mileage for SF53 DSE is 108,319 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SF53 DSE ULEZ compliant?

No, SF53 DSE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · SF53 DSE

SF53 DSE

2003 Ford Transit (2.4L, diesel). First registered 08/09/2003. Recorded mileage 108,319 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 2003 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 23/04/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 108,319 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 23/04/2025

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Mileage: 108,319 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 2396cc

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SF53 DSE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2024
108,319 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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SF53 DSE Mileage History

22/02/2023104,562 mi
30/03/2023104,880 mi+318 mi
31/03/2023104,880 mi
11/04/2024108,312 mi+3,432 mi
25/04/2024108,319 mi+7 mi

Average of roughly 3,206 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SF53 DSE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 09:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Transit (SF53 DSE) between February 2023 and April 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 25 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Central Exhaust system insecure centre box cracked on pipe (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.

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