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BT53 RVV

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

157,184 mi
Last recorded157,184 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 RVV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 157,184 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 153,453 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2019 153,453 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 148,450 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 148,413 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension leg mounting area by (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill by front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure link bolt/eye worn on body panel (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill by front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch front area by shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring rear area by (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded out of prescrided area

Offside Front Inner wing engine mounting area corroded just meets mot standards

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

heavy surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

light oil mark around engine

o/s/f wing inner rear area corroded out of prescribed

Pass 2 Dec 2017 140,694 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 140,694 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 131,306 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 120,008 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 112,496 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 156,598 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 156,598 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 147,469 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 133,773 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 118,261 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 118,261 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Upper Leaf spring anchor bracket damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Towbar fixing obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 104,608 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 104,608 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 91,189 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 11 Dec 2008 91,189 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 79,793 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 66,127 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 66,119 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 RVV is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 BT53 RVV, 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 BT53 RVV registered?

BT53 RVV is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is BT53 RVV safe to buy?

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