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AG03 AKU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,475 mi
Last recorded178,475 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 AKU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 178,475 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 178,298 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 160,984 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 160,984 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 144,459 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 127,753 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 111,988 miles

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 90,781 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 72,672 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 52,937 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 37,477 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 37,439 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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AG03 AKU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AG03 AKU, 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 AG03 AKU registered?

AG03 AKU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is AG03 AKU safe to buy?

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