The road tax status for BU53 FNJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BU53 FNJ?

The MOT for BU53 FNJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 November 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of BU53 FNJ?

The recorded mileage for BU53 FNJ is 198,091 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BU53 FNJ ULEZ compliant?

No, BU53 FNJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · BU53 FNJ

BU53 FNJ

2003 Ford Transit (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 198,091 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 2003 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 09/11/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 198,091 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 198,091 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 2402cc

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BU53 FNJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 03/09/2026
198,091 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
22 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 6 dangerous defects found recently

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BU53 FNJ Mileage History

28/10/2022187,825 mi
31/10/2022187,825 mi
31/10/2023196,753 mi+8,928 mi
10/11/2023196,753 mi
03/09/2026198,091 mi+1,338 mi

Average of roughly 2,667 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BU53 FNJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 15:06

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Transit (BU53 FNJ) between October 2022 and September 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 03 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (15 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (a”; “Front Prop shaft bearing housing likely to fail (6.1.7 (f) (ii))”; “Rear Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))”.

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