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BJ53 KMG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

174,148 mi
Last recorded174,148 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 KMG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Dec 2023 174,148 miles

Fuel tank insecure strap corroded / broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing / sill / step areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing / sill / step areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Prop shaft bearing housing insecure worn / excessive movement (6.1.7 (f) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis cross-members x 3 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front body cross-member corroded / holed

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

coolant level low

drivers door check strap insecure

drivers seat damaged

reverse lights not working

Pass 31 Aug 2022 168,520 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns+os (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ns+os (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 167,857 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 164,269 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2019 164,244 miles

All direction indicators not working stops flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 161,334 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 151,506 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin.

Nearside front suspension lower arm rear mounting bush delaminated but not resulting in movement of any components.

Pass 2 Sep 2016 150,998 miles

Electrical fault on dashboard instaments.

Engine coolant level low.

Front brake pads worn thin.

Nearside front suspension lower arm rear mounting bush delaminated but not resulting in movement.

Nearside side markers inoperative.

Offside front tyre worn on the inner edge and getting close to legal maximum limit of wear.

Fail 2 Sep 2016 150,998 miles

Electrical fault on dashboard instaments.

Engine coolant level low.

Front brake pads worn thin.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front suspension lower arm rear mounting bush delaminated but not resulting in movement.

Nearside side markers inoperative.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front tyre worn on the inner edge and getting close to legal maximum limit of wear.

Pass 25 Sep 2015 137,966 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 126,576 miles

Nearside and offside rear suspension anti-roll bar drop link bushes worn but not considered excessive at this time.

Nearside front suspension lower arm rear mounting bush delaminated but not resulting in movement of any components.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 120,433 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 112,712 miles

Offside rear inner and outer tyres worn close to legal maximum limit of wear.

Pass 2 Dec 2011 104,377 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 95,895 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 85,454 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Dec 2009 85,454 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 73,781 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 62,092 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 49,656 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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BJ53 KMG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BJ53 KMG, 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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BJ53 KMG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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