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AK03 YFV

2003 Ford Transit Connect

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

191,655 mi
Last recorded191,655 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 YFV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 191,655 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 179,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 May 2012 168,965 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 168,965 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 139,625 miles

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

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

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

cut in both rear tyres but not deep enought to reach cords

cut in n/s f tyre but not deep enough to reach cords

Fail 19 May 2011 139,597 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

cut in both rear tyres but not deep enought to reach cords

cut in n/s f tyre but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 14 May 2010 119,058 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 96,717 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 96,717 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 74,362 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 51,188 miles

Oil leak from engine

Pass 16 Jun 2006 26,101 miles

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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AK03 YFV is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 AK03 YFV, 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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What year was AK03 YFV registered?

AK03 YFV is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AK03 YFV safe to buy?

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