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FP03 VTG

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,531 mi
Last recorded174,531 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 VTG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2014 174,531 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 167,327 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

wipers worn

Pass 17 Jul 2012 161,510 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 154,545 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 143,199 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 130,474 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 110,554 miles

OSF Obligatory mirror - Outer casing cracked

Pass 8 Jun 2007 86,786 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 64,618 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 VTG 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 100%.

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 VTG, 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 FP03 VTG registered?

FP03 VTG is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is FP03 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 VTG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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