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FX53 YYW

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

208,599 mi
Last recorded208,599 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 YYW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 208,599 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 205,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded corroded at top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rer axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded cottoded at top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 205,120 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values plate limit 1.19, 1st test recorded 8.90 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger repair corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded corroded at top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rer axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded cottoded at top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 205,107 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 203,088 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 183,370 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 181,541 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside inner sill corroded outside prescribed areas

Rear both sides chassis corroded but outside prescribed areas

various repairs to under body and chassis. unable to determine if covering corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2021 181,445 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (spring mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside inner sill corroded outside prescribed areas

Rear both sides chassis corroded but outside prescribed areas

various repairs to under body and chassis. unable to determine if covering corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2020 79,634 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 76,576 miles

Nearside inner sill corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2018 72,966 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017
Pass 4 Nov 2016 66,287 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 63,227 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 59,191 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 55,754 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 53,533 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 48,842 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 45,856 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 42,550 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 38,992 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 77,904 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 67,222 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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FX53 YYW is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YYW, 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 YYW registered?

FX53 YYW is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FX53 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 YYW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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