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BX03 URE

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

188,912 mi
Last recorded188,912 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 URE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 188,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose to front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 182,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 182,927 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 176,841 miles

corrosion to both sills

Fail 30 Sep 2020 176,840 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 171,036 miles

Nearside Inner and o/s inner sills corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 171,020 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 Sep 2019 171,012 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2018 164,893 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (middle) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 164,877 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (middle) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 157,263 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 145,686 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 145,686 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 May 2015 133,965 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 126,490 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 117,985 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 102,724 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 87,122 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 77,258 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 77,258 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 73,017 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 64,702 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 62,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 51,108 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 38,492 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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BX03 URE is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 BX03 URE, 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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BX03 URE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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