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BW03 XJU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,999 mi
Last recorded138,999 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 XJU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 138,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear tyre weaing inner and outer edges

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Feb 2015 133,651 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 127,796 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 22 Feb 2014 127,796 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 123,765 miles

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

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

front and rear no plates should be changed

Pass 4 Feb 2012 116,971 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

offside door mirror damaged still has view to rear

Fail 5 Feb 2011 111,094 miles

Front disc's slightly worn.

Front wishbones rear bushes lightly cracking.

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

Windscreen is cracked across the wiper blades does'nt affect the driver's view of the road.

Wiper blades deteriorating.

Pass 5 Feb 2011 111,094 miles

Front disc's slightly worn.

Front wishbones rear bushes lightly cracking.

Windscreen is cracked across the wiper blades does'nt affect the driver's view of the road.

Wiper blades deteriorating.

Pass 6 Feb 2010 105,295 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 98,997 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Passenger door mirror glass cracked.

Windscreen cracked but outside swept area.

Pass 7 Feb 2008 86,294 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 56,538 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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BW03 XJU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BW03 XJU, 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 BW03 XJU registered?

BW03 XJU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 August 2003.

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The MOT history for BW03 XJU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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