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FH03 VMA

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,644 mi
Last recorded102,644 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 VMA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 102,644 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 102,642 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill by front spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill by front spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 99,371 miles

Centre exhaust pipe joint slightly loose, minor leak of exhaust gas

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 15 Nov 2024 95,120 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 90,371 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 84,223 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 81,008 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 80,807 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 80,540 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 80,215 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 79,985 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 79,985 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2016 78,681 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 77,771 miles

front metal brake pipes slight surface corrosion

nearside front tyre scrubbed on outer sidewall

Pass 8 May 2014 73,864 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 69,740 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2013 69,740 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 65,808 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2012 65,808 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 64,460 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 62,430 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 60,323 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 57,319 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 54,062 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 54,062 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

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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FH03 VMA is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH03 VMA, 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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What year was FH03 VMA registered?

FH03 VMA is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is FH03 VMA safe to buy?

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