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BD53 VJG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

167,356 mi
Last recorded167,356 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2021 167,356 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central exhaust cover insurcure

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2019

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 151,965 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 148,808 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 143,149 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 143,149 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 143,121 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 139,313 miles

drivers side step rusty

Pass 12 Apr 2014 137,170 miles

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

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

drivers step rusty

Pass 9 Oct 2012 130,340 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 130,340 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 123,418 miles

corrosion o/s/r chassis outrigger main chassis members ok

Pass 7 Oct 2010 105,165 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 105,165 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 86,889 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 74,535 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 66,037 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 66,037 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 50,967 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 50,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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 VJG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 VJG, 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 VJG registered?

BD53 VJG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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