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BU53 FNP

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

92,001 mi
Last recorded92,001 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 FNP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2024 92,001 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 83,983 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 70,365 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Propshaft mounting deteriorated

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 69,142 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front brakes slightly out of balance

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 10 Jan 2019 67,279 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 65,017 miles

All rear tyres perished through tread. slight corrosion offside front inner wing

Pass 14 Jan 2017 63,963 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 62,275 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 60,568 miles

sump pan rusty and slight leak

Pass 15 Jan 2014 56,696 miles

small cut n/s outer rear tyre side wall

Fail 13 Jan 2014 56,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

small cut n/s outer rear tyre side wall

Pass 8 Jan 2013 51,083 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 46,347 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 46,280 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Centre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2011 41,536 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 34,085 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 27,728 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 24,785 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 17,457 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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BU53 FNP is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BU53 FNP, 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 BU53 FNP registered?

BU53 FNP is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BU53 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 FNP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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