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FJ03 HVT

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests25 (23 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate92%

Mileage

59,911 mi
Last recorded59,911 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 HVT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

23 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 59,911 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 59,121 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 56,176 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 52,278 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 48,292 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 44,906 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 44,031 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2019 41,335 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 37,863 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 37,863 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 36,016 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 32,364 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 29,846 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 27,078 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack

Pass 23 Oct 2013 25,552 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 22,992 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 21,379 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 21,379 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 19,162 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 18,369 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 15,123 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 15,003 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 13,928 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,429 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 9,794 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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FJ03 HVT is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92%.

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 FJ03 HVT, 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 FJ03 HVT registered?

FJ03 HVT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is FJ03 HVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ03 HVT shows 25 tests with a 92% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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