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DY03 UPX

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 UPX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Front wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and Offside (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Underbody,Chassis,Suspension components (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 450,067 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 425,026 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 394,773 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 394,773 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 349,819 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f door handle sticking drivers seat base starting to rust

Pass 17 May 2012 352,589 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 May 2011 339,498 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 339,498 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 10 May 2010 319,410 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2009 298,161 miles

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

Oil leak

o/s rear hub seal leaking

o/s side marker lights not working

Fail 27 Apr 2009 298,161 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

o/s rear hub seal leaking

o/s side marker lights not working

Pass 25 Apr 2008 277,847 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 277,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 232,308 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 232,308 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r tyre close to limit

o/s/f foglight inop

Pass 6 Apr 2006 196,166 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DY03 UPX is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DY03 UPX, 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 DY03 UPX registered?

DY03 UPX is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is DY03 UPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 UPX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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