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ET03 GXJ

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

149,832 mi
Last recorded149,832 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 GXJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2020 149,832 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength fixed shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner floor and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength swinging shackle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 144,930 miles

Exhaust corroded but not leaking.

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Step corroded.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 144,930 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust corroded but not leaking.

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Step corroded.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 139,128 miles

Early signs of corrosion near light laden valve

n/s front fog light not working

Fail 10 May 2018 139,127 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rusted through at n/s rear spring front eye mounting (2.4.A.3)

Early signs of corrosion near light laden valve

n/s front fog light not working

Fail 28 Nov 2017 139,094 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Quarter panel and wheel arch. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner and outer sills. (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Quarter panel and wheel arch. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill and inner step panel. (2.4.A.3)

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

Exhaust system corroded but not leaking.

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis member. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Light unit damaged.

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

Windscreen cracked.

Pass 5 Dec 2016 133,143 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 126,206 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 117,136 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 109,427 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 101,365 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 91,649 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 84,865 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 75,832 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 68,340 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 60,176 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 49,572 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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ET03 GXJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 ET03 GXJ, 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 ET03 GXJ registered?

ET03 GXJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 July 2003.

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