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BT53 RCF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,046 mi
Last recorded157,046 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2008
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 RCF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2008 157,046 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 155,730 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 128,134 miles

front tyres on limit

windscreen damaged outside sweep of wipers

Pass 29 Nov 2006 109,706 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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BT53 RCF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BT53 RCF, 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 BT53 RCF registered?

BT53 RCF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is BT53 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 RCF shows 4 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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