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FD03 OWM

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

154,999 mi
Last recorded154,999 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 154,999 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 154,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Flitch area (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when applying foot brake Front Position lights operate (1.2.1f)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer and Undersills (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer and Undersills (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake valve insecurely mounted chassis mounting point holed and corrorded (3.6.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 146,477 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner sill holed and corroded

Nearside Rear Inner sill holed and corroded

Nearside Rear Outer sill holed and corroded

Offside Rear Inner sill holed and corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill holed and corroded

Pass 7 May 2015 138,466 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

nearside outer sill holed and corroded

Fail 7 May 2015 138,466 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

nearside outer sill holed and corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2014 130,981 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 130,981 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 121,445 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 121,444 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2012 103,557 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 92,866 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 92,862 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear tyres perishing on tread pattern

Fail 27 Jan 2010 80,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 80,069 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 64,924 miles

Front wipers poor.

Both front tyres worn on edges,

Steering knotchy and knocking in operation.

Fail 21 Jan 2009 64,811 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front wipers poor.

Both front tyres worn on edges,

Steering knotchy and knocking in operation.

Pass 31 Dec 2007 50,336 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 35,533 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 35,217 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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FD03 OWM is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 FD03 OWM, 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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FD03 OWM is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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