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EF53 YPM

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

198,952 mi
Last recorded198,952 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 198,952 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 198,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 194,152 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 188,598 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 181,755 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 171,689 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 162,246 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

noise from nearside front wheel bearing

noise from offside rear wheel bearing

scratches to windsreen

Pass 23 Dec 2011 156,528 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Dec 2011 156,528 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2010 130,094 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 130,094 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 106,264 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 98,862 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 79,759 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 58,206 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 YPM is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EF53 YPM, 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 YPM registered?

EF53 YPM is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is EF53 YPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 YPM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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