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DY53 SKF

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

256,156 mi
Last recorded256,156 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 SKF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 256,156 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all repair covered in undersealed

underbody corrosion

Fail 17 Jul 2026 256,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength full inner step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2025 246,632 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both steps (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis legs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 9 Mar 2024 245,756 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall slight perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2024 245,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall slight perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 244,159 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various metal brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

various oil leaks.

various underside corroded.

Pass 27 Feb 2020 242,283 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 236,215 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 227,934 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 222,787 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 213,178 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 200,765 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 187,055 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 180,302 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 180,302 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 169,698 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 149,727 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 130,734 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 107,446 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 86,262 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 69,107 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre cut but not to cords

slight offside rear hub oil leak

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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DY53 SKF is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DY53 SKF, 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 DY53 SKF registered?

DY53 SKF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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