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AY53 WHP

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

162,511 mi
Last recorded162,511 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 WHP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 162,511 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

both sills and rear arches corroded

damage to windscreen outside swept area

Pass 5 Feb 2016 152,135 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

vehicle corroding in various places underside

Pass 11 Feb 2015 144,138 miles

vehicle dry and corroding in places underside

Pass 15 Feb 2014 133,618 miles

vehicle dry and corroding in places underside

Pass 2 Feb 2013 119,888 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s outer sill corroded and thin

Pass 28 Jan 2012 108,393 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 94,204 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 75,587 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 60,937 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)

front discs wearing

Fail 27 Jan 2009 60,894 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 47,957 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 35,899 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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AY53 WHP is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AY53 WHP, 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

How do I check the history of AY53 WHP?

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What year was AY53 WHP registered?

AY53 WHP is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AY53 WHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 WHP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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