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EX03 UGH

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

224,718 mi
Last recorded224,718 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 UGH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 224,718 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 224,678 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 207,241 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 207,066 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 188,016 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 180,216 miles

Both wipers poor effort

play in rear anti roll bar

Pass 30 Mar 2010 164,528 miles

FRONT UPPER MARKER LIGHT NOT WORKING

HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION TO BRAKE DISCS

SIDE MARKER LIGHT NOT WORKING

SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDER VEHICLE COMPONENTS

VEHICLE DISPLAYS SIGNS OF NOT BEING USED FOR A WHILE

Fail 25 Mar 2010 164,522 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

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

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

FRONT UPPER MARKER LIGHT NOT WORKING

HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION TO BRAKE DISCS

SIDE MARKER LIGHT NOT WORKING

SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDER VEHICLE COMPONENTS

VEHICLE DISPLAYS SIGNS OF NOT BEING USED FOR A WHILE

Pass 25 Apr 2008 163,826 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 163,826 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside marker lamp not working

Pass 13 Apr 2007 148,460 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 148,449 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

both handbrake cables fouling wheels

Pass 27 Apr 2006 108,602 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 107,216 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 UGH is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 UGH, 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 UGH registered?

EX03 UGH is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is EX03 UGH safe to buy?

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