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EK03 UPM

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

116,797 mi
Last recorded116,797 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 UPM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Apr 2022 116,797 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))

Central Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (patches all the way round vehicle) (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear handbrake cable rubbing on tyre

Nearside cab step corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2021 106,399 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 15 Feb 2021 106,398 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 101,549 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front sills corroded

body corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2019 99,948 miles

Nearside Front cab body corroded

Offside Front cab body corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 99,468 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2018 99,467 miles

Central Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (near to handbrake cables) (6.1.A.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 98,356 miles

centre prop bearing has slight play

Pass 11 Jan 2016 96,437 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit osr inner tread depth 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 92,976 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 88,868 miles

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

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

advise nearside rear view mirror glass missing

Pass 15 Feb 2013 86,049 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 86,041 miles

Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 83,563 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 76,237 miles

oil leak servo pump area

Pass 16 Mar 2010 67,330 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

offside front top marker lamp inoperative

Pass 23 Mar 2009 59,120 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 59,096 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 48,973 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 38,709 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 29,579 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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EK03 UPM is a 2003 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 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 EK03 UPM, 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 EK03 UPM registered?

EK03 UPM is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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