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FD03 JVM

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

145,799 mi
Last recorded145,799 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 JVM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 145,799 miles

underbody rusting heavikly

Pass 19 Jan 2019 143,750 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 142,133 miles

rear chassis rusting

Pass 9 Jan 2017 140,756 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 139,030 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 138,359 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 137,435 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 135,107 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 128,718 miles

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

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

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 122,590 miles

ENGINE SUMP CORRODED

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 113,761 miles

ENGINE SUMP CORRODED

FRONT BRAKE INBALANCE 21 PERCENT

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 105,553 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 105,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 96,787 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 84,830 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 69,070 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 69,070 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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FD03 JVM is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FD03 JVM, 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 FD03 JVM registered?

FD03 JVM is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is FD03 JVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 JVM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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