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BN53 TPX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

150,485 mi
Last recorded150,485 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 TPX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 150,485 miles

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

Nearside Front wing damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2015 140,607 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 130,725 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 119,777 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s front ind lens damage

Pass 14 Dec 2011 108,522 miles

N/S/F tyre cracking on the inner wall

O/S/F tyre cracking on the outer wall

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 97,965 miles

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

Nearside rear lense slightly cracked

Offside rear lense slightly cracked

Fail 4 Jan 2011 97,965 miles

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

Nearside rear lense slightly cracked

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear lense slightly cracked

Pass 1 Jun 2009 80,075 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 71,189 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 50,846 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 50,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 38,067 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 38,067 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 TPX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TPX, 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 TPX registered?

BN53 TPX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BN53 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 TPX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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