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AY52 VRU

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,956 mi
Last recorded190,956 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 VRU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2013 190,956 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 186,251 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

front anti roll bar bushes worn

front to rear and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2011 180,787 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

coolant and fuel pipe chaffing timing belt cover

front anti roll bar bushes slightly worn

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded near fuel tank

offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2010 162,085 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate discoloured

Pass 13 Jan 2009 136,503 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear number plate discoloured

Pass 14 Jan 2008 109,929 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 79,089 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 52,461 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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AY52 VRU is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 AY52 VRU, 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 AY52 VRU registered?

AY52 VRU is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is AY52 VRU safe to buy?

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