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BN53 UGJ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,848 mi
Last recorded86,848 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 UGJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 86,848 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 80,130 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 10 Mar 2017 80,130 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear both (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 70,981 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 63,175 miles

both front to rear metal brake pipes are slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2013 61,681 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 57,352 miles

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

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

exhaust corroding

Pass 7 Jul 2011 52,861 miles

front brake discs worn

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 46,246 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 46,246 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 41,176 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 41,176 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 19 Jun 2008 33,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 33,525 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 2,770 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 21,418 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 UGJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UGJ, 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 UGJ registered?

BN53 UGJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BN53 UGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 UGJ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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