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BT53 ZBZ

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

117,277 mi
Last recorded117,277 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 ZBZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 117,277 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 117,277 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2023 112,511 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 107,796 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 107,796 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 103,780 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 98,876 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 93,140 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer to inner sill (2.4.A.3)

underside dry and scaly advise to clean and wax oil

Pass 16 Jan 2017 84,649 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 79,834 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 79,834 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 73,496 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 67,180 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 58,824 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 49,053 miles

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

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

front disc/s worn

Pass 20 Jan 2011 39,822 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 30,134 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 20,619 miles

o/s/front tyre sidewall bonding appears to be separating but not showing cord or canvas

Pass 23 Jan 2008 10,863 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 6,702 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 ZBZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ZBZ, 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 ZBZ registered?

BT53 ZBZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BT53 ZBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 ZBZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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