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BU53 FNW

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,836 mi
Last recorded111,836 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 111,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Aug 2015 103,393 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2015 103,391 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 94,599 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Oil leak

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

crack in nearside screen

Pass 22 Aug 2013 82,377 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 67,997 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 67,997 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 55,590 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 39,803 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 35,739 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 30,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 30,866 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,199 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,040 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 16,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 FNW is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FNW, 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 FNW registered?

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

Is BU53 FNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 FNW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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