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DU53 JYT

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,480 mi
Last recorded47,480 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 JYT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 47,480 miles

underside surface corrosion in areas

Pass 18 Jul 2023 45,784 miles

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))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 45,732 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2021 45,730 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill at front of rear arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 45,672 miles

rear valance has slight corrosion

Pass 13 Jul 2017 44,576 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X Member (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X Member (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 44,576 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X Member (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive X Member (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 44,465 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 44,465 miles

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 44,356 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 May 2014 43,004 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 42,220 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 42,220 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 41,126 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 40,306 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 31,998 miles

fan belt fraying

rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 2 Oct 2008 22,152 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,369 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,439 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 14,439 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DU53 JYT is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 DU53 JYT, 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.

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What year was DU53 JYT registered?

DU53 JYT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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