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EF03 HLZ

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,189 mi
Last recorded160,189 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 HLZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 160,189 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 160,189 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 149,857 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 149,857 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 140,442 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 140,442 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 131,866 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 125,957 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 118,287 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 112,534 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 95,753 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 95,753 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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EF03 HLZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EF03 HLZ, 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.

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What year was EF03 HLZ registered?

EF03 HLZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 May 2003.

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