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YR03 SGZ

2003 Ford Transit Connect

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

100,973 mi
Last recorded100,973 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit Connect105,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR03 SGZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 100,973 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill both N/S & O/S surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rigid Metal Brake Pipes Throughout Vehicle Require Remedial Attention To Prevent Further Deterioration & Extend Service Life

Pass 4 Sep 2019 97,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S & O/S (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 90,533 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Slight corrosion to pipes throughout underside of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 82,980 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded throughout underside of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Nov 2015 82,980 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded throughout underside of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 75,419 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2013 70,562 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 70,562 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2012 65,785 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 65,785 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2011 59,382 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 59,382 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 53,398 miles

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

Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 47,446 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 41,579 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 35,496 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 24,954 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 24,954 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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YR03 SGZ is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 105,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR03 SGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR03 SGZ registered?

YR03 SGZ is a 2003 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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