2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Transit 350 Lwb models manufactured in 2003, based on 3,361 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb vintage page → (47.5% current pass rate)2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb MOT Analysis
The 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb has an MOT pass rate of 52.2% based on 3,361 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 125,079 miles on the odometer. With a 47.8% failure rate, the 2003 Transit 350 Lwb is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb is Visibility, responsible for 0.1% of failures. 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 range from £10–300. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment is the second most common issue at 0.1%. Road Wheels follows at 0.1%.
Top failures specific to 2003 models only. The overall Transit 350 Lwb page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 0.1% | 4 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.1% | 2 |
| 3 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 125,079 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.01 | 0.1% | 4 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb has an MOT pass rate of 52.2% based on 3,361 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 125,079 miles on the odometer. With a 47.8% failure rate, the 2003 Transit 350 Lwb is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to visibility: 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. With an average mileage of 125,079 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Visibility — 0.1% of failures
Visibility issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.1% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb 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.
Road Wheels — 0.1% of failures
Road Wheels issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 2003 Ford Transit 350 Lwb models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.