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YP03 BUA

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Orange Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

309,985 mi
Last recorded309,985 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 BUA
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 309,985 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 309,944 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 256,444 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021
Pass 18 Nov 2019 280,026 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 279,693 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 271,387 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 271,359 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 265,807 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 265,540 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 137,157 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2006 103,093 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YP03 BUA is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Orange with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YP03 BUA, 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

How do I check the history of YP03 BUA?

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What year was YP03 BUA registered?

YP03 BUA is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is YP03 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP03 BUA shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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