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FD52 YFF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,602 mi
Last recorded95,602 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 YFF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 95,602 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 95,211 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 95,211 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working both sides (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 94,728 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 94,287 miles

nsr lens broken

osf tyres wall slightly purshed

Pass 12 Jul 2016 93,785 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 93,785 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2015 93,028 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 20 May 2015 93,027 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 92,282 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 92,282 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 90,237 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 89,406 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 85,210 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 82,586 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 79,639 miles

slight noise when turning o/s/r wheel no play felt in bearing or corsenes felt

brake lights were not working have sprayed switch.recommend replacement

n/s/f tyre wearing very badly outer edge needs replacing now

Fail 31 Jul 2009 79,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight noise when turning o/s/r wheel no play felt in bearing or corsenes felt

brake lights were not working have sprayed switch.recommend replacement

n/s/f tyre wearing very badly outer edge needs replacing now

Pass 14 Jan 2008 65,567 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 48,529 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 48,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FD52 YFF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FD52 YFF, 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 FD52 YFF registered?

FD52 YFF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 January 2003.

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