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FT03 BWZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

98,611 mi
Last recorded98,611 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT03 BWZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2022 98,611 miles

Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 97,968 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 97,968 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2020 96,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside N/S step panel corrosion but not affecting ridgity

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 95,750 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 94,706 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 93,514 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 92,440 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 91,195 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 86,158 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 80,608 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 76,620 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 71,986 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 67,331 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 62,392 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 57,064 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 40,045 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 23,941 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 23,239 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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FT03 BWZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FT03 BWZ, 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 FT03 BWZ registered?

FT03 BWZ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is FT03 BWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT03 BWZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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