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BU03 LCW

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,202 mi
Last recorded117,202 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 LCW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 117,202 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 109,026 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 97,415 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

osr tyre has cut in tread

Pass 12 Feb 2009 86,325 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 74,131 miles

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

hand brake high

Pass 2 Mar 2007 59,978 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 43,987 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

off side rear tyre on 1.6mm 215/75r16c 8ply

Pass 17 Feb 2006 43,987 miles

off side rear tyre on 1.6mm 215/75r16c 8ply

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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BU03 LCW is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BU03 LCW, 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 BU03 LCW registered?

BU03 LCW is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BU03 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 LCW 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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