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HD03 TKV

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD03 TKV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both side outer sills corroded not excessive

Pass 19 Oct 2015 156,684 miles

Corrosion found nearside front inner sill

Fail 16 Oct 2015 156,477 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis by top shocker mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis by top shocker mount (2.4.A.3)

Corrosion found nearside front inner sill

Pass 5 Jul 2014 128,204 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

exhaust outer skin corroded

n/s/f lower arm, rear bush perished

n/s/f step of body corroded not within 30cm of and suspension or body mountings

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit of 1.6mm

n/s/f tyre worn on sidewall

n/s/r of chassis starting to corrode

n/s/r wheel has slight play in wheel bearing

o/s/f lower arm, rear bush perished

Pass 3 Jul 2013 122,955 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discs slightly worn

gearbox oily

n/s/f tyre worn on sidewall

n/s/f wing has tape over it

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r of vehicle has body damage

Fail 28 Jun 2013 122,955 miles

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

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discs slightly worn

gearbox oily

n/s/f tyre worn on sidewall

n/s/f wing has tape over it

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r of vehicle has body damage

Pass 24 Jul 2012 118,304 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2012 118,304 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 114,154 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 114,154 miles

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 109,371 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 102,900 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 92,767 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

bodywork damaged

underbody corrosion

Fail 3 Jul 2008 92,767 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

bodywork damaged

underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Jul 2007 75,709 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 51,699 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 51,699 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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HD03 TKV is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HD03 TKV, 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 HD03 TKV registered?

HD03 TKV is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 July 2003.

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