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AD03 CVU

2003 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,273 mi
Last recorded172,273 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 CVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 172,273 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 172,268 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 171,479 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 171,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 170,668 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 170,668 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 170,161 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 170,161 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2016 169,830 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 163,788 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 160,311 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 159,645 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 159,645 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 158,878 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 157,135 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 154,046 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 153,017 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 151,546 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 141,823 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 106,036 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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AD03 CVU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AD03 CVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 CVU registered?

AD03 CVU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is AD03 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 CVU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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