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GV03 RNJ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

165,432 mi
Last recorded165,432 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 RNJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 165,432 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 165,429 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 159,043 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2017 159,059 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported on catalyst bracket broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded side seal (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 14 Sep 2016
Pass 1 Sep 2015 147,034 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 147,034 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 143,179 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 143,179 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 139,571 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2012 136,105 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s sidewall slight damage

Pass 10 Sep 2012 136,105 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

o/s sidewall slight damage

Pass 6 Sep 2011 131,241 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2011 131,241 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 114,039 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 102,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 102,778 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2008 89,279 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 89,279 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 78,620 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 63,289 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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GV03 RNJ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV03 RNJ, 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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GV03 RNJ is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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