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DS03 AGE

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

183,598 mi
Last recorded183,598 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 AGE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 183,598 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 180,431 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 179,608 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 179,441 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 179,416 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective DAMAGED (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre sticking out from sidewall ()

Pass 25 Mar 2020 163,799 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 161,395 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 159,020 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 20 Sep 2017 159,020 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2016

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened n/s/f outer (5.2.2a)

slight wear o/s/f tyre inner edge

Fail 16 Sep 2016

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play o/s (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s (8.2.2)

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened n/s/f outer (5.2.2a)

slight wear o/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2015 57,552 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 54,335 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 50,616 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 46,944 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 46,944 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nsr light lens damage on reverse lamp

Pass 25 Oct 2011 43,350 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 43,350 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 38,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 32,273 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 23,585 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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DS03 AGE is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,296 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 DS03 AGE, 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 21 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 DS03 AGE registered?

DS03 AGE is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is DS03 AGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 AGE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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