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FH03 YAU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

185,554 mi
Last recorded185,554 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 YAU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 185,554 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 150,815 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 147,831 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 147,820 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2015 143,179 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 141,543 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 141,539 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 139,752 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 139,207 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 138,759 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all brake pipes undersealed at time of test

Fail 2 Jul 2010 138,750 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all brake pipes undersealed at time of test

Pass 4 Jun 2009 110,044 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 79,652 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 79,632 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2008 79,644 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 109,644 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 109,644 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 87,120 miles

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

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 YAU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YAU, 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 FH03 YAU registered?

FH03 YAU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is FH03 YAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 YAU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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