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FM03 FTN

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

223,511 mi
Last recorded223,511 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 FTN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 223,511 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 195,675 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

wipers smearing

Fail 16 Jul 2012 195,135 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

wipers smearing

Pass 12 Jul 2011 165,076 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 149,146 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 136,524 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 112,405 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 89,247 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 67,438 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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FM03 FTN is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FM03 FTN, 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 FM03 FTN registered?

FM03 FTN is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is FM03 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 FTN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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