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FL53 BWX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,792 mi
Last recorded125,792 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 BWX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 125,792 miles

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 125,771 miles

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

Offside Front Inner engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wing corroded (6.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 119,549 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

slight oil leak on engine

underbody corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2014 112,990 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 112,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 106,242 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 106,234 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 99,130 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 94,676 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 81,189 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 81,189 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 68,002 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 55,140 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 41,746 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FL53 BWX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FL53 BWX, 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 FL53 BWX registered?

FL53 BWX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FL53 BWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 BWX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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