2003 Ford Montague MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Montague models manufactured in 2003, based on 33 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2003 Ford Montague MOT Analysis
The 2003 Ford Montague has an MOT pass rate of 51.5% based on 33 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 159,148 miles on the odometer. With a 48.5% failure rate, the 2003 Montague is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2003 Ford Montague is Suspension, responsible for 45.5% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 27.3%. Visibility follows at 18.2%.
Top failures specific to 2003 models only. The overall Montague page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 45.5% | 15 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 27.3% | 9 |
| 3 | Visibility | 18.2% | 6 |
| 4 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 9.1% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 159,148 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2.86 | 45.5% | 15 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.71 | 27.3% | 9 |
| Visibility | 1.14 | 18.2% | 6 |
| Body & Structure | 0.57 | 9.1% | 3 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2003 Ford Montague has an MOT pass rate of 51.5% based on 33 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 159,148 miles on the odometer. With a 48.5% failure rate, the 2003 Montague is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2003 Ford Montague, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 159,148 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 45.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 45.5% of MOT failures on 2003 Ford Montague models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 27.3% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 27.3% of MOT failures on 2003 Ford Montague models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Visibility — 18.2% of failures
Visibility issues account for 18.2% of MOT failures on 2003 Ford Montague models. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.