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FJ53 YAH

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,533 mi
Last recorded128,533 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 YAH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 128,533 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 127,522 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 126,059 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 124,961 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 122,930 miles

all brake pipes greased

both sills and inner wheel archese are soft to finger and fum

underside coverd in black shoots some parts cant bee seen due to black shoots

Fail 27 Jul 2021 122,930 miles

all brake pipes greased

both sills and inner wheel archese are soft to finger and fum

underside coverd in black shoots some parts cant bee seen due to black shoots

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 121,587 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 121,585 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 119,365 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 119,026 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 118,542 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 115,139 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 113,565 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 113,565 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 107,470 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 99,825 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 99,824 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 85,213 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 71,321 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 49,819 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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FJ53 YAH 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 80%.

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 FJ53 YAH, 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 FJ53 YAH registered?

FJ53 YAH is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FJ53 YAH safe to buy?

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