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BG03 VFJ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

281,535 mi
Last recorded281,535 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 VFJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2018 281,535 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Window in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Window in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working wiper switch (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2006 551,379 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 55,163 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.1.B.6b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (6.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.1.B.6b)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 37,187 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 36,646 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (6.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Driver's view to front impaired by crack (6.9.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

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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BG03 VFJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG03 VFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG03 VFJ registered?

BG03 VFJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is BG03 VFJ safe to buy?

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