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AK53 RGY

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Maroon Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,355 mi
Last recorded12,355 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 RGY
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 12,355 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 12,290 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 12,225 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 11,989 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 11,550 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 11,312 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 11,138 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 10,684 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component PAS Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 10,339 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component PAS Rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 9,929 miles

All four tyres heavily perished

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 9,270 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 8,830 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 8,096 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 8,864 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 6,597 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 5,622 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 4,187 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 3,280 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 2,767 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 2,216 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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AK53 RGY is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Maroon with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 105,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK53 RGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK53 RGY registered?

AK53 RGY is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AK53 RGY safe to buy?

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