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AK03 YZG

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

123,000 mi
Last recorded123,000 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 YZG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 123,000 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 30 Apr 2025 121,407 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underbody has surfice corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underbody has underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis undersealed (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 121,258 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear leaf spring corroded

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 20 Nov 2021 115,982 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general surface corrosion to chassis

previous repairs covered in undseal

Pass 17 Oct 2020 114,594 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 113,719 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 113,719 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit intercooler pipe loose (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 111,956 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 110,788 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 110,057 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 106,995 miles

Rear bump stops missing

Fail 27 Jul 2015 106,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear bump stops missing

Pass 7 Jul 2014 101,811 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 93,157 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 82,851 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear tyres starting to wear uneven

Pass 28 Jul 2011 74,252 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 66,682 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 55,273 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 49,678 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 40,465 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 25,409 miles

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 YZG is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YZG, 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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AK03 YZG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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