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BV53 UYB

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,660 mi
Last recorded141,660 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 UYB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 141,660 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2018 141,652 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 141,583 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 141,008 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 140,258 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 136,567 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 128,227 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 10 Dec 2012 128,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2011 118,576 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2011 118,576 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 107,548 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Dec 2010 107,548 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 98,057 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 97,217 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 86,540 miles

uneven wear to both front tyres

Pass 3 Oct 2006 66,123 miles

n\s mirror craced

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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BV53 UYB is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BV53 UYB, 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 BV53 UYB registered?

BV53 UYB is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is BV53 UYB safe to buy?

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