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EK03 XRF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

204,913 mi
Last recorded204,913 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 204,913 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bothy side (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 198,022 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 194,492 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 194,483 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 191,684 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 188,547 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Foot brake. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 183,015 miles

both rear inner tyres worn inner edges

front brake discs in poor condition

front wiper blades in poor condition

n/s/r hub leaking

oil leaks

rust hole n/s/f inner wheel arch

Fail 23 Aug 2018 182,361 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 30 cm of body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength big rust holes 30 cm of body mounts and top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength leaf spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front brake discs in poor condition

n/s/r hub leaking

oil leaks

rust hole o/s/f inner wheel arch

rust holes o/s/r inner wheel arch

Pass 18 Aug 2017 177,312 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 173,684 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 169,049 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 165,760 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 158,281 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 147,941 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 141,957 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 129,726 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 119,542 miles

front brake discs rusting on inside

Pass 28 Apr 2009 113,034 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 112,977 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 112,977 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 102,190 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 91,279 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 79,422 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 XRF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EK03 XRF, 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 XRF registered?

EK03 XRF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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