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FP03 ABF

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

167,405 mi
Last recorded167,405 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 ABF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 167,405 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 161,429 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 161,410 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 155,217 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 146,455 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 136,402 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 126,552 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 106,803 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 96,873 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 93,791 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

park light not on dash

Fail 27 Jun 2014 93,786 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

park light not on dash

Pass 30 May 2013 91,034 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 88,861 miles

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

Vehicle laden @ time of test

Fail 30 May 2012 88,861 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle laden @ time of test

Pass 21 Jun 2011 86,250 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 86,234 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 16 Jun 2010 83,973 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 83,973 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 81,069 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 70,792 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 55,669 miles

windsreen wipers starting to smear still see clearly at time of test

Pass 28 Apr 2006 40,995 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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FP03 ABF is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FP03 ABF, 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 FP03 ABF registered?

FP03 ABF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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