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BV03 RTZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

172,288 mi
Last recorded172,288 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 RTZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2019 172,288 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner/Outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavy corrosion at Suspension bump-stop area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner/Outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavy corrosion at Suspension bump-stop area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Outer sills /Inner sills all showing heavy corrosion nearside and offside

Rear Suspension bump stops missing nearside and offside

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cross member and inner skirts nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 172,278 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front roll bar mounting bushes worn

both outer sills corroded

both rear bump stops missing

offside and nearside rear chassis corroded

rear panel corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2016 168,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 158,682 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 158,682 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 156,161 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 149,046 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 142,087 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 139,417 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 126,816 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 103,375 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 85,563 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 67,107 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 67,107 miles

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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BV03 RTZ 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 78.6%.

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 BV03 RTZ, 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.

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What year was BV03 RTZ registered?

BV03 RTZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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