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DE03 XDD

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

122,220 mi
Last recorded122,220 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 XDD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 122,220 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassi (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Jan 2018 122,220 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Rear Inner Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both seals (6.1.B.2)

Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill both sides (6.1.B.2)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassi (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 118,029 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 118,029 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 116,493 miles

rear chassis corroded by brake load valve

Fail 13 Jan 2016 116,467 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear chassis corroded by brake load valve

Pass 18 Mar 2015 113,222 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 109,371 miles

Brake warning light on dash does not come on when hand brake applied

Pass 19 Mar 2013 105,067 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 100,347 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 94,331 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 94,331 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 90,071 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 87,261 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 87,261 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 72,445 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 54,940 miles

nsf tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 10 May 2006 41,642 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 XDD is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 XDD, 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 XDD registered?

DE03 XDD is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is DE03 XDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 XDD shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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