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CV03 SFN

2003 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

245,413 mi
Last recorded245,413 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV03 SFN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 245,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

both front wings rusting

underside heavily undersealed

Fail 3 Sep 2020 245,413 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

both front wings rusting

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 19 Aug 2019 241,484 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

seats fitted on unwin tracking

Fail 15 Aug 2019 241,483 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

seats fitted on unwin tracking

Pass 1 Sep 2018 235,766 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 235,758 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 230,119 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 230,111 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure Last Row (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating Additional Light on Window (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 226,888 miles

Seats fitted on unwin tracking

Fail 13 Aug 2016 226,850 miles

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

Centre Brake rod worn but not seriously weakened CLEVIS PIN TO ROD (3.5.1e)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Seats fitted on unwin tracking

Pass 22 Aug 2015 196,051 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Damage to Casing (8.1.2a)

items removed prior to test

oil leak

some seats fitted on unwin tracking

Fail 22 Aug 2015 196,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Damage to Casing (8.1.2a)

items removed prior to test

oil leak

some seats fitted on unwin tracking

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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CV03 SFN is a 2003 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CV03 SFN, 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 CV03 SFN registered?

CV03 SFN is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is CV03 SFN safe to buy?

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