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HG03 EPP

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

213,914 mi
Last recorded213,914 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 EPP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2021 213,914 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 212,018 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 208,753 miles

Central Non-obligatory position lamp does not emit steady white light

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2019 208,753 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch/sill (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch/bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Spot welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch/bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Bumper (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Non-obligatory position lamp does not emit steady white light

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 206,493 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 206,422 miles

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

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

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 200,339 miles

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

o/s outer sill holed

Pass 12 Sep 2016 185,465 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Sep 2016 185,463 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion sill (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outrigger (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 184,264 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 180,991 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 172,267 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

offside inner sill corroded

windscreen cracked out of swept area

Fail 26 Apr 2013 172,157 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Gearbox mounting defective

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

offside inner sill corroded

windscreen cracked out of swept area

Pass 1 May 2012 163,845 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 163,832 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

windscreen damaged

Pass 15 Mar 2011 153,241 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 132,621 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 114,508 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 114,508 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 95,489 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 76,292 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 53,840 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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HG03 EPP is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HG03 EPP, 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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HG03 EPP is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 April 2003.

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