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GV03 RRU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

281,473 mi
Last recorded281,473 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 RRU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 281,473 miles

bonnet not fully closing but secured in closed position

both rear tyres worn very near limit - suggest replace

centre exhaust system spit - minor leak

coolant leak

oil leak

Fail 22 May 2012 281,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

bonnet not fully closing but secured in closed position

both rear tyres worn very near limit - suggest replace

centre exhaust system spit - minor leak

coolant leak

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2011 252,216 miles

residue around steering rack

Fail 12 May 2011 252,203 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

residue around steering rack

Pass 14 May 2010 225,961 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 225,955 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2009 199,114 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 187,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 169,469 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 154,633 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 RRU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GV03 RRU, 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 GV03 RRU registered?

GV03 RRU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is GV03 RRU safe to buy?

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