MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
168,878 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
slight corrosion on sills
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
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
all brake pipes rusty
both front tyres getting on edges
exhaust rusty
general underbody corrosion
oil leaks
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
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)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Ford Transit?
Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of BN53 TMX?
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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.
Does BN53 TMX have outstanding finance?
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