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BD53 PYF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

85,043 mi
Last recorded85,043 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 PYF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 85,043 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 84,810 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step to floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outrigger (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front sill to step area is corroded

Nearside Front wheel bearing is slightly rough when rotated

Offside Front sill to step area is corroded

front tyres wearing on the edges

Pass 26 Jul 2016 78,444 miles

Offside sill is damaged

Fail 20 Jul 2016 78,427 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion inner door step (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion inner sill (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside sill is damaged

Pass 10 Jul 2015 77,209 miles

Both rear bumpstop rubbers missing

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

reverse lamps not working

Fail 7 Jul 2015 77,170 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Both rear bumpstop rubbers missing

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

reverse lamps not working

Pass 25 Jul 2014 75,231 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

reverse lamps not working

Fail 21 Jul 2014 75,158 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

reverse lamps not working

Pass 27 Aug 2013 72,419 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both rear bump stops missing

no reverse lights

Pass 24 Sep 2012 70,003 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both rear bump stops missing

Pass 27 Aug 2011 67,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 65,494 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 61,785 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 47,592 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 47,592 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 38,447 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 38,447 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BD53 PYF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD53 PYF, 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.

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What year was BD53 PYF registered?

BD53 PYF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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