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YM53 CWA

2003 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,550 mi
Last recorded137,550 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 137,550 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Feb 2017 136,187 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 132,030 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 119,696 miles

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)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 11,045 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 106,248 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 91,222 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 91,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 80,818 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 69,850 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 59,875 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 54,044 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 47,534 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 47,534 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 CWA is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CWA, 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 CWA registered?

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

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The MOT history for YM53 CWA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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