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AD03 VKE

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

294,281 mi
Last recorded294,281 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VKE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 294,281 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake performance on near side rear low

handbrake at 16% adjustment or repair may be required

Pass 18 May 2018 286,446 miles

Body has slight corrosion outer sills both (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all from front to rrear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 May 2018 286,446 miles

Body has slight corrosion outer sills both (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all from front to rrear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 May 2017 271,375 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

lower sills slightly corroded

near side off side rear wheels have slight end float

Pass 17 May 2016 236,342 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 May 2015 20,339 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 168,464 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 137,020 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 108,050 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 89,686 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 74,077 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 74,077 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 57,451 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 47,840 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 36,632 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 25,950 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 VKE is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VKE, 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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AD03 VKE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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