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FX53 YTY

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,100 mi
Last recorded27,100 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 YTY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2021 27,100 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 26,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2012 70,214 miles

N/S mirror slightly discoloured but still have a good view to rear

front discs slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2010 21,655 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 21,653 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 21,273 miles

front discs poor condition

nearside rear light lense broken

Pass 3 May 2007 15,490 miles

front discs heavily corroded on inner faces

oil level low

run-out on front brakes

Fail 26 Apr 2007 15,390 miles

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FX53 YTY is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX53 YTY, 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 FX53 YTY registered?

FX53 YTY is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FX53 YTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 YTY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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