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BD53 UWB

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,404 mi
Last recorded144,404 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 UWB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 144,404 miles

underside corroded

Fail 6 Sep 2018 144,404 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

underside corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2017 136,515 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (7.1.2)

Spare tyre defective ()

windscreen has crack to n/s edge

Fail 17 Jul 2017 136,343 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at rear (2.4.A.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (7.1.2)

Spare tyre defective ()

windscreen has crack to n/s edge

Pass 16 Aug 2016 128,767 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 122,743 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 117,547 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 112,121 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 112,120 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 110,018 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 103,012 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 96,401 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 87,898 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 77,007 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 77,007 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 67,356 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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BD53 UWB is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD53 UWB, 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 UWB registered?

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

Is BD53 UWB safe to buy?

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