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BV03 SGU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

174,940 mi
Last recorded174,940 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2017 174,940 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 161,282 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 48,435 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 133,477 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 206,512 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 198,967 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 176,869 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 149,449 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 149,443 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 117,908 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 88,999 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 191,368 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 142,029 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 142,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

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 SGU 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 BV03 SGU, 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 BV03 SGU registered?

BV03 SGU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is BV03 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 SGU 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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