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AK03 BYT

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,379 mi
Last recorded151,379 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 BYT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 151,379 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive load sensing valve (3.3.A.2)

Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement stabiliser (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 143,790 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 137,989 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 131,506 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 120,389 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 110,417 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 100,162 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 91,618 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 83,937 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 83,937 miles

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

Nearside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2006 75,723 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 75,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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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AK03 BYT is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK03 BYT, 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 AK03 BYT registered?

AK03 BYT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is AK03 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 BYT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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