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A13 RVT

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

181,612 mi
Last recorded181,612 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 RVT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 181,612 miles

Centre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 161,545 miles

Coolant below minimum level.

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak (assuming from sump tank seal)

Power steering fluid close to minimum level.

Rear gearbox mount defective (emitting metal sound upon turning engine off) !!!!!

Fail 22 Jan 2015 161,545 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Coolant below minimum level.

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak (assuming from sump tank seal)

Power steering fluid close to minimum level.

Rear gearbox mount defective (emitting metal sound upon turning engine off) !!!!!

Pass 8 Aug 2014 158,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 146,916 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 135,689 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 135,686 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 120,982 miles

damage to offside rear lens

offside rear tyre tread low

Pass 1 Apr 2010 107,367 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 107,367 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 97,482 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 90,401 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 90,401 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 76,638 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 76,638 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 52,848 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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A13 RVT is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 RVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 RVT registered?

A13 RVT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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