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BK53 GUW

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

93,798 mi
Last recorded93,798 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 GUW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 93,798 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 93,795 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded main chassis box section (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valance / box section chassis at rear spring hanger (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sills / sill to floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 87,753 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

surface corrosion to under side

Pass 30 Jul 2015 79,086 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 79,085 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 74,402 miles

Front brake discs worn to minimum safe thickness

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 74,122 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

near side rear tyre not c rated 8 ply

Pass 13 Jun 2013 65,666 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 60,915 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 53,222 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 49,284 miles

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

heater plug light flashing

Fail 17 Feb 2010 49,283 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

heater plug light flashing

power steering reservoir insecure

Pass 8 Sep 2008 40,423 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 32,429 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 32,429 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 25,391 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 25,391 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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BK53 GUW is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue 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 BK53 GUW, 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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BK53 GUW is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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