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EF53 YPE

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

317,643 mi
Last recorded317,643 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 YPE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 317,643 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 31,487 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 301,211 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 285,031 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 285,030 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 265,710 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 230,427 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

o/s/r bumpstop un scure

Pass 13 Nov 2010 194,536 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 168,299 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 168,299 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 138,029 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Fail 14 Nov 2008 138,029 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 108,104 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 77,010 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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EF53 YPE is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EF53 YPE, 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 EF53 YPE registered?

EF53 YPE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is EF53 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 YPE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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