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DA03 LVD

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

102,439 mi
Last recorded102,439 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 LVD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 102,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner & outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 102,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner & outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 98,658 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2024 98,658 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 93,373 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 85,824 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 83,618 miles

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Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 82,136 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 79,499 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 77,329 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 74,958 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 73,838 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 68,074 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,737 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 61,252 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 59,588 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 51,148 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 41,209 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 41,209 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 30,112 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 23,461 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 20,261 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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DA03 LVD is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DA03 LVD, 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 DA03 LVD registered?

DA03 LVD is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is DA03 LVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 LVD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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