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DE03 XCZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,206 mi
Last recorded105,206 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 XCZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 105,206 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 105,206 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 76,598 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2012 7,288 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 16 Aug 2012 7,155 miles

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

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

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

engine oil

Pass 15 Aug 2011 56,485 miles

front brake discs corroded

power steering pipe to rack corroded

rear emergency exit cannot be opened from the inside when doors are locked

washer control has to be pushed hard to work

washer jets poorly adjusted

Pass 5 Aug 2010 46,507 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 33,879 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 25,541 miles

damage to offside front tyre sidewall.deep but no cords showing

Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,123 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 118,974 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 100,397 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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DE03 XCZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc 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 DE03 XCZ, 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 DE03 XCZ registered?

DE03 XCZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is DE03 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 XCZ 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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