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CX53 YBE

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

211,128 mi
Last recorded211,128 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 YBE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 211,128 miles

sills slightly corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2016 142,612 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 112,256 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 103,161 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 97,102 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 97,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 88,411 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 79,212 miles

n/s accident damage

o/s mirror back cover missing

Fail 27 Sep 2010 79,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

n/s accident damage

o/s mirror back cover missing

Pass 6 Oct 2009 68,853 miles

Both rear tyre side wall scrubbed

Corrosion hole near side of body

Spare tyre defective

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2008 56,049 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

slight wear on both rear outer side walls

spare tyre below legal limit

Pass 20 Oct 2008 56,049 miles

slight wear on both rear outer side walls

spare tyre below legal limit

Pass 22 Oct 2007 44,618 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 31,290 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 31,284 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front no plate in poor condition.

Rear footbrake slightly out of balance.

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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CX53 YBE is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc 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 CX53 YBE, 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 CX53 YBE registered?

CX53 YBE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is CX53 YBE safe to buy?

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