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BF53 EJV

2003 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,674 mi
Last recorded117,674 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 EJV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2015 117,674 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both wipers split ends

n/s/f tyre worn edges

Pass 21 Dec 2012 112,111 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 105,401 miles

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

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

O/S DOOR MIRROR GLASS CRACKED BUT STILL VISIBLE

Pass 27 Jan 2010 91,100 miles

front tyres going bald on their edges

Pass 16 Feb 2009 86,225 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

near side cv boot twisted

off side head light damaged held on with a cable tie (light secure at the time of the test)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 77,249 miles

off side head light damaged lower mounting broken

rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2007 66,028 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 59,483 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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BF53 EJV is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in White 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 BF53 EJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF53 EJV registered?

BF53 EJV is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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