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EF03 OGU

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,387 mi
Last recorded175,387 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF03 OGU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 175,387 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 161,682 miles

Both rear bump stops rusty

front brake pads getting low

o/s inner sill rusty

rear chassis rusty both sides

Pass 5 May 2016 147,124 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2016 147,124 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle side loading door (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 140,188 miles

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

unable to see condition of brake pads

Pass 3 Nov 2014 123,208 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 109,526 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2012 99,085 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 90,360 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 90,360 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

unable to check condition of brake pads

Pass 12 May 2010 79,356 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 62,697 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 62,697 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 54,814 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 17 May 2006 41,156 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 OGU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF03 OGU, 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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EF03 OGU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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