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YM53 CUO

2003 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

129,727 mi
Last recorded129,727 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 CUO
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 129,727 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

brake pedal rubber worn to one side

Pass 27 Aug 2014 112,828 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 97,227 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 92,257 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 80,416 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 68,253 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 56,785 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 56,167 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 56,167 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 47,964 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 40,183 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 31,959 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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YM53 CUO is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 105,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YM53 CUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM53 CUO registered?

YM53 CUO is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is YM53 CUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 CUO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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