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MA03 MBV

2003 Ford Maverick

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

87,136 mi
Last recorded87,136 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Maverick72,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA03 MBV
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 87,136 miles

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

front discs pitted

metal brake pipe ends starting to corrode

rear wiper split & washer inop

Fail 24 Mar 2017 87,134 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

front discs pitted

metal brake pipe ends starting to corrode

rear wiper split & washer inop

Pass 3 Jun 2016 87,118 miles

front tyres 3mm

rear washer inop

Fail 18 Mar 2016 87,115 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc pitted (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc pitted (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe ends (3.6.B.2c)

rear washer pipe burst in drivers footwell

Pass 6 Feb 2015 86,868 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 86,771 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

rear diff oil seals leaking

rear wiper blade split

Fail 12 Nov 2014 86,770 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

rear diff oil seals leaking

rear wiper blade split

Pass 28 Oct 2013 86,127 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust corroded in places

Pass 23 Apr 2013 85,226 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 81,910 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 75,772 miles

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 5 May 2011 75,772 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2010 71,871 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 66,972 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 61,867 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 57,880 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 52,810 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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MA03 MBV is a 2003 Ford Maverick in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA03 MBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Maverick is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MA03 MBV registered?

MA03 MBV is a 2003 Ford Maverick, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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