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BT52 NKA

2003 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

246,432 mi
Last recorded246,432 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 NKA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 246,432 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 242,900 miles

VEHICLE CORRODED UNDERNEATH.

Pass 11 Mar 2021 235,653 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

VAN UNDER-SEALED AT TIME OF TEST.

Pass 5 Dec 2019 223,323 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 212,719 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 199,208 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Oct 2016 187,778 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 183,105 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 182,348 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 181,088 miles

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 181,088 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 180,588 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 179,200 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

nearside front mirror has a small crack

Fail 11 Nov 2010 179,195 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

nearside front mirror has a small crack

Pass 13 Nov 2009 177,061 miles

Oil leak

nearside steering arm has slight movement at its fixings

Pass 14 Nov 2008 174,563 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 172,206 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 172,179 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 149,740 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 149,739 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads 80%worn

Pass 7 Nov 2005 110,597 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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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BT52 NKA is a 2003 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BT52 NKA, 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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What year was BT52 NKA registered?

BT52 NKA is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is BT52 NKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 NKA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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