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YP53 TLN

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Orange Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,169 mi
Last recorded133,169 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 TLN
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 133,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2010 124,030 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 124,030 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 118,298 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Sep 2009 118,294 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2008 112,366 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 112,366 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 22 Oct 2007 101,717 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 83,890 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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YP53 TLN is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Orange with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 105,441 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YP53 TLN, 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 YP53 TLN registered?

YP53 TLN is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is YP53 TLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 TLN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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