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EX03 FWG

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

145,420 mi
Last recorded145,420 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 FWG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 145,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/70/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2016 201,904 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 201,904 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 181,520 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 175,176 miles

rear axle bump stops insecure both sides

Fail 3 Mar 2014 174,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

rear axle bump stops insecure both sides

Pass 2 Mar 2013 151,485 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 136,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

some corrosion to n/s/r outer sill

Pass 24 Feb 2012 136,817 miles

some corrosion to n/s/r outer sill

Pass 1 Mar 2011 124,440 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 124,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 109,324 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 109,075 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Feb 2009 94,375 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 76,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 76,849 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 59,835 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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EX03 FWG 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 64.7%.

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 EX03 FWG, 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 EX03 FWG registered?

EX03 FWG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 FWG shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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