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YS52 ZXF

2003 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

103,571 mi
Last recorded103,571 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS52 ZXF
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 103,571 miles

EXHAUST SILENCER DEGRADED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON BOTH EDGES , NEAR LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WEARING ON BOTH EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Nov 2017 103,571 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BADLY SPLIT (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc BADLY SPLIT, GREASE ALL OVER BRAKE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLIES (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings OUTER SILL (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST SILENCER DEGRADED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON BOTH EDGES , NEAR LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WEARING ON BOTH EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low VERY LOW (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,050 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise corrosion to both front inner arches

Fail 11 Nov 2016 99,047 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking leak off pipes (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise corrosion to both front inner arches

Pass 2 Oct 2015 95,159 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 95,069 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 88,192 miles

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn.

Handbrake warning light does not illuminate

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake flexi hose clip is loose but not insecure.

Oil leak

Rear handbrake application is uneven

Fail 22 Sep 2014 88,192 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn.

Gearbox stabalizer mount bolt is touching the steering rack.

Handbrake warning light does not illuminate

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake flexi hose clip is loose but not insecure.

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear handbrake application is uneven

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Sep 2013 42,158 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 71,514 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 57,225 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 43,715 miles

brake warning light on

rear number plate starting to discoloure

Fail 19 Sep 2011 43,706 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake warning light on

rear number plate starting to discoloure

Pass 5 Jan 2011 43,005 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 42,968 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 36,488 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 33,378 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 30,163 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 25,490 miles

Nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

nearside front tyre has a chunk out of the sidewall,but not down to cords,and has a worn sidewall,strongly advise this tyre is changed.

nearside rear brake pipe is slightly corroded.

Pass 2 Jun 2006 22,044 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 20,141 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 20,141 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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YS52 ZXF is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YS52 ZXF, 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.

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YS52 ZXF is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 2 January 2003.

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