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FV53 PYG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

206,570 mi
Last recorded206,570 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 PYG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 206,570 miles

n/s inner sill corroded outside prescribed area

Pass 10 Sep 2014 192,255 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s inner sill has light corrosion

Pass 9 Jan 2013 175,775 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 175,775 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 157,200 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 157,200 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 137,654 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 118,878 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 118,878 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 101,055 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 101,055 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 85,814 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 85,814 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 71,012 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 71,012 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FV53 PYG is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV53 PYG, 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 FV53 PYG registered?

FV53 PYG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FV53 PYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 PYG shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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