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BL53 DCX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

153,935 mi
Last recorded153,935 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 DCX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 153,935 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear sill damaged

Rear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 150,160 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear sill damaged

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Fail 1 May 2018 150,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick ns/os (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear sill damaged

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 139,514 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 127,701 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 117,625 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 108,259 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 99,566 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 88,007 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 88,007 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 77,108 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 68,657 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 58,982 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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BL53 DCX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,295cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 BL53 DCX, 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 BL53 DCX registered?

BL53 DCX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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