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EG03 EZV

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

190,406 mi
Last recorded190,406 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 EZV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 190,406 miles

Both outer mirrors deteriorated, but not seriously affecting view to the rear

General corrosion on chassis and sills

Nearside rear bearing slightly rough

Wipers deteriorating

Fail 22 Nov 2017 190,316 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

General corrosion on chassis and sills

Nearside rear bearing slightly rough

Wipers deteriorating

Pass 19 Nov 2016 182,580 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 182,580 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 170,430 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail over axle (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail over axle (2.4.A.3)

Rear crossmember corroded behind rear bumper

Fail 2 Nov 2015 170,415 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner joint (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail over axle (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail over axle (2.4.A.3)

Rear crossmember corroded behind rear bumper

Fail 29 Oct 2015 170,367 miles

Driver's door catch insecure interior release (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

extensive corrosion to underside

Pass 23 Apr 2014 158,329 miles

o/s and n/s front wheel arches starting to rust

o/s outer sill starting to rust

rear chassis and back panell starting to rust

Fail 22 Apr 2014 158,328 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s and n/s front wheel arches starting to rust

o/s outer sill starting to rust

rear chassis and back panell starting to rust

Pass 11 Apr 2013 152,737 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 152,737 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 152,383 miles

both rear shock absorbers damp

front number plate in poor condition

front pads appear low

front wishbone rear bushes starting to perish

rear chassis corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2011 149,360 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 128,535 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 128,435 miles

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

clutch pedal pad worn

Fail 21 Jul 2009 96,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

offside and nearside front wiper blades starting to smear

service indacator light illuminated on dash

Pass 21 Jul 2009 96,715 miles

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

offside and nearside front wiper blades starting to smear

service indacator light illuminated on dash

Pass 10 Jul 2008 68,423 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 55,915 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 55,915 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 45,573 miles

hand brake needs adjusting

Fail 20 Jul 2006 45,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

hand brake needs adjusting

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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EG03 EZV is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EG03 EZV, 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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EG03 EZV is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 July 2003.

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