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BG03 VNV

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

195,863 mi
Last recorded195,863 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 195,863 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 189,928 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 183,060 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 182,682 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 175,241 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 157,365 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 137,804 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 137,804 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 123,185 miles

front number plate deteriorated

parking brake reading just passed

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

Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

abs light comes on when horn pressed

both wipers deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2009 107,944 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 91,612 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 80,900 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 80,900 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 67,778 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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BG03 VNV is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BG03 VNV, 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 VNV registered?

BG03 VNV is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is BG03 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VNV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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