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BU53 FYO

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024
Pass 17 Feb 2023
Fail 16 Feb 2023

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2022 136,856 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 121,739 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 111,541 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 104,140 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 98,542 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 95,349 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 87,845 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2013 80,436 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2013 80,436 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2012 73,571 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 Oct 2011 67,884 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 54,931 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 46,143 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 36,501 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,182 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 20,237 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 FYO is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FYO, 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

How do I check the history of BU53 FYO?

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What year was BU53 FYO registered?

BU53 FYO is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is BU53 FYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 FYO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 FYO have outstanding finance?

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