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YX53 SPV

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,237 mi
Last recorded151,237 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 SPV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2013 151,237 miles

centre high level brake lamp inop

Fail 17 Oct 2013 151,237 miles

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

centre high level brake lamp inop

Pass 24 Oct 2012 142,681 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 142,633 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 135,170 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 125,512 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 115,585 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 99,416 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 99,416 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (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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YX53 SPV is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Blue 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 YX53 SPV, 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 YX53 SPV?

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What year was YX53 SPV registered?

YX53 SPV is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YX53 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 SPV 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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