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BU03 UDX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,009 mi
Last recorded119,009 miles
Recorded on7 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 UDX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2015 119,009 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 119,009 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside inner sill corroded through just outside driver seat mountin 'prescibed' area

rust hole offside front cab step/outer sill

Pass 9 May 2014 116,592 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Spare tyre defective

corrosion setting in under van

Pass 10 Jun 2013 113,182 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 113,182 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 108,696 miles

spare tyre defective cracks and cuts in sidewall

Pass 12 May 2011 99,310 miles

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

nearside rear passenger door will not open from inside or outside

Pass 13 Apr 2010 95,493 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 95,493 miles

Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Coolant leak

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 93,211 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 65,237 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 42,154 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 18,628 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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BU03 UDX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UDX, 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 UDX registered?

BU03 UDX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is BU03 UDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 UDX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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