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AM03 AXR

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

259,983 mi
Last recorded259,983 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 259,983 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 250,291 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 238,907 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 232,665 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 221,447 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 196,889 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 196,889 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 146,654 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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AM03 AXR is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AXR, 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 AXR registered?

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

Is AM03 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM03 AXR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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