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FY53 UDJ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

112,976 mi
Last recorded112,976 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 UDJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 112,976 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front inner sill corroded

offside front inner sill corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2014 106,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2014 106,413 miles

Centre Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 97,930 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 97,925 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 94,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 91,060 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 91,060 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 83,971 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 80,860 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 75,530 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 74,397 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 74,397 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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FY53 UDJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FY53 UDJ, 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 FY53 UDJ registered?

FY53 UDJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FY53 UDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 UDJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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