MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
154,995 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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corrosion to underside
Offside Front step corroded
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
underbody corrosion
Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear cab floor (3.1.9)
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S sill (5.2.6)
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear cab floor (5.2.6)
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded N/S/F chassis (2.4.A.3)
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded O/S/F chassis (2.4.A.3)
Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear 2 cross members (2.4.A.3)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
entire underside of vehicle corroding with some holes forming but not within prescribed areas
Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
coolant low
entire underside of vehicle corroding with some holes forming but not within prescribed areas
exhaust deterioated
corrosion forming on underside of vehicle
rear cab crossmember corroded heavily doesnt fall under prescrided areas however does mount a handbrake cable and exhaust hanger no reason for failiure at this time because both items secure however expected to deterioate rapidly and may cause slack
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
coolant low
corrosion forming on underside of vehicle
fan belt worn
oil leak
rear cab crossmember corroded heavily doesnt fall under prescrided areas however does mount a handbrake cable and exhaust hanger no reason for failiure at this time because both items secure however expected to deterioate rapidly and may cause slack
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
handbrake has excess travel
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
handbrake has excess travel
offside and nearside front lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes parted bonding at centre
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
o/s/rear tyre on 4mm
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FE03 TMU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc 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 FE03 TMU, 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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FE03 TMU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 March 2003.
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