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BU53 FSY

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 FSY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2021

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020
Pass 10 Apr 2019

oil leak

Fail 3 Apr 2019

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2018

Oil leak ()

front and rear brake pipes coated with grease unable to carry out proper inspection

Pass 15 Mar 2017
Fail 15 Mar 2017

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2016

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

oil; leak

Pass 11 Mar 2015
Pass 18 Dec 2009 54,966 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 30,581 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 30,581 miles

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

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 FSY is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FSY, 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 FSY registered?

BU53 FSY is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is BU53 FSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 FSY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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