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BP53 TPO

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 TPO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2019

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corrosion

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

extensive corrosion to sill areas and door steps

Pass 12 Nov 2018 82,327 miles

corrosion to front and rear inner wing/ panel

corrosion to sills

Fail 6 Nov 2018 82,327 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing/top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

corrosion to front and rear inner wing/ panel

corrosion to sills

Pass 8 Nov 2017 78,197 miles

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to nearside outer sill

Fail 2 Nov 2017 78,168 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to nearside outer sill

Pass 5 Sep 2016

corrosion to nearside rear inner and outer sill

corrosion to offside front inner wheel arch

Pass 11 Jul 2015 64,785 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 59,859 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,038 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 42,563 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 42,461 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 28,509 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 28,509 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 23,718 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 18,728 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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BP53 TPO 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 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP53 TPO, 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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BP53 TPO is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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