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BN53 TMX

2003 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

168,878 mi
Last recorded168,878 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 TMX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 168,878 miles

slight corrosion on sills

Pass 11 Aug 2014 143,362 miles

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)

light scratch across windscreen

Fail 11 Aug 2014 143,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

light scratch across windscreen

Pass 9 Aug 2013 124,300 miles

all brake pipes rusty

both front tyres getting on edges

exhaust rusty

general underbody corrosion

oil leaks

Fail 8 Aug 2013 124,296 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

all brake pipes rusty

both front tyres getting on edges

exhaust rusty

general underbody corrosion

oil leaks

Pass 20 Jul 2012
Fail 20 Jul 2012

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Damage to offside front subframe where lower arm bush is mounted

Front brake pipes very rusty

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 86,839 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 69,124 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 54,671 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 54,671 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 40,966 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 29,928 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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BN53 TMX is a 2003 Ford Transit in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BN53 TMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN53 TMX registered?

BN53 TMX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is BN53 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 TMX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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