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BP53 TZX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

97,568 mi
Last recorded97,568 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 TZX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 97,568 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 97,566 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassies (inner arch area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassies (under bonnet) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 96,496 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassies (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 96,494 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassies (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 96,205 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 96,203 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 94,174 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 94,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2013 94,123 miles

Centre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 93,651 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 89,722 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 25 Jan 2010 89,720 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 28 Jan 2009 79,264 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 79,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 71,355 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 55,582 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 55,574 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 TZX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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

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