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GX03 NVU

2003 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

99,681 mi
Last recorded99,681 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 NVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2019 99,681 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 96,442 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 96,442 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 92,677 miles

corrosion taking hold above rear bump stops.

very slight signs of wheel bearing roughness o/s/f, keep under observation.

Fail 12 Apr 2017 92,671 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

corrosion taking hold above rear bump stops.

very slight signs of wheel bearing roughness o/s/f, keep under observation.

Pass 14 Apr 2016 88,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Rubber (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Rubber (2.4.G.2)

corrosion taking hold o/s/r chassis near bump stop.

Fail 14 Apr 2016 88,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Rubber (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Rubber (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion taking hold o/s/r chassis near bump stop.

Pass 17 Apr 2015 84,916 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake drum back plate damp and brake fluid on min. but has good brake roller test readings, advise further investigation

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 79,964 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 79,964 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 75,310 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 71,973 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 68,379 miles

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

unable to open side door from in/outside

Pass 29 Mar 2011 68,379 miles

unable to open side door from in/outside

Pass 6 Apr 2010 63,509 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 55,890 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 55,890 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 46,859 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 46,845 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

osr light lens cracked

osr tyre has cut in side wall

Pass 8 Mar 2007 37,341 miles

rear door handle has part missing

Pass 7 Mar 2006 26,399 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 26,399 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

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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GX03 NVU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 GX03 NVU, 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 GX03 NVU registered?

GX03 NVU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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