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AM03 ASU

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

163,411 mi
Last recorded163,411 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM03 ASU
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 163,411 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded center to load valve*on limit* (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Outer body sill corroded.

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre to load valve*on limit* (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Outer body sill corroded.

Pass 1 Dec 2016 156,683 miles

metal brake pipes at rear of van are pitted

offside front metal brake pipe is pitted

Pass 3 Nov 2015 150,966 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

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

eng oil leaks

Pass 2 Dec 2014 144,024 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 144,024 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 132,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 132,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 123,208 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 109,136 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 98,264 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 90,876 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 90,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 76,569 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front pads worn

nearside front inner cv boot torn

Pass 6 Jun 2006 51,664 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AM03 ASU is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AM03 ASU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM03 ASU registered?

AM03 ASU is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is AM03 ASU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM03 ASU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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