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FL03 FJU

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

157,219 mi
Last recorded157,219 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 FJU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 157,219 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch by chassis leg. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch near strut top. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 151,984 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 151,694 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSS MEMBER IN FRONT OF REAR AXLE. N/S . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/S REAR QUARTER PANAL. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced REAR CROSS MEMBER N/S ADJACENT TO SWINGING SHACKLE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 143,101 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 143,030 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering REAR N/S CORRODED NEAR REAR SPRING MOUNTING. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 140,182 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 140,046 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 134,797 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 130,314 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 125,514 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 125,514 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 116,118 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 100,727 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 87,501 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 87,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 77,370 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

nearside front fog lamp inoperative

Fail 29 Jan 2007 77,370 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

nearside front fog lamp inoperative

Fail 21 Feb 2006 61,312 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 61,312 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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FL03 FJU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FL03 FJU, 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 FL03 FJU registered?

FL03 FJU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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