BK03 XDJ

2003 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2003
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
2295 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 1 July 2019
Last recorded mileage
29,538 mi

AI verdict AVOID 44/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2003 Ford has 20 MOT tests on record with a 70% pass rate and 29,538 miles. The vehicle's MOT status is currently 'Not valid' and 'Untaxed', indicating significant legal and safety concerns.

The vehicle shows normal usage with 29,538 miles over 23 years, averaging 7,012 miles per year, which is consistent with UK driving habits.

Things to check

  • MOT failed on 2009-04-17 for exhaust system issues, indicating poor maintenance.
  • Dangerous tyre defects were recorded on 2009-04-17, a serious safety concern.
  • The vehicle is currently Untaxed and has a Not valid MOT status, making it illegal to drive.
  • The 2003 Ford is a 2.3L petrol engine, not a 'Capri' as stated in the reference data, which is a significant discrepancy.

Working in its favour

  • No recurring major failures or dangerous defects in the most recent MOT history.
  • Consistent, normal annual mileage for its age, suggesting regular use.
  • The vehicle has a long history of ownership, with consistent MOT testing.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the provided data.

Mileage history

May 2006: 29,538 mi PASSApr 2007: 36,805 mi PASSApr 2008: 42,793 mi PASSApr 2009: 49,065 mi FAILApr 2009: 49,065 mi PASSApr 2010: 54,169 mi FAILApr 2010: 54,169 mi PASSNov 2010: 57,465 mi PASSJun 2011: 61,820 mi PASSJun 2012: 69,553 mi PASSJun 2013: 78,230 mi FAILJun 2013: 78,234 mi PASSJun 2014: 83,486 mi FAILJun 2014: 83,508 mi PASSJun 2015: 86,873 mi PASSJun 2016: 91,595 mi PASSJun 2017: 97,864 mi FAILJun 2017: 97,864 mi PASSJul 2018: 108,762 mi FAILJul 2018: 108,762 mi PASS109k69k30kMay 2006Jul 2018

MOT test history — 14/20 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2006 PASS 29,538 mi
USER ENTERED slight rubbing marks on both front flexi hoses
Apr 2007 PASS 36,805 mi None recorded
Apr 2008 PASS 42,793 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Apr 2009 FAIL 49,065 mi
FAIL Centre Rear Upper Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
FAIL Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Apr 2009 PASS 49,065 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Apr 2010 FAIL 54,169 mi
FAIL Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
FAIL Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
FAIL Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Apr 2010 PASS 54,169 mi None recorded
Nov 2010 PASS 57,465 mi None recorded
Jun 2011 PASS 61,820 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
USER ENTERED Nearside front hose very slightly twisted
Jun 2012 PASS 69,553 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jun 2013 FAIL 78,230 mi
FAIL Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED front exhaust flexi and rear exhaust box badly deteriorated
Jun 2013 PASS 78,234 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED front exhaust flexi and rear exhaust box badly deteriorated
Jun 2014 FAIL 83,486 mi
FAIL Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
FAIL Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
USER ENTERED front exhaust flexi section badly deteriorated
USER ENTERED whole exhaust system badly corroded
Jun 2014 PASS 83,508 mi
USER ENTERED front exhaust flexi section badly deteriorated
USER ENTERED whole exhaust system badly corroded
Jun 2015 PASS 86,873 mi
ADVISORY Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
USER ENTERED front flexi and rear silencer of exhaust badly deteriorated
USER ENTERED both front tyres wearing low on the inner edegs
Jun 2016 PASS 91,595 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
ADVISORY Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
ADVISORY Front tyres 3mm and wearing on inner edges
ADVISORY Rear exhaust box outer skin and clamp corroded
Jun 2017 FAIL 97,864 mi
PRS Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
PRS Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working brake light incorrectly fitted (1.2.1b)
PRS Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt driveshaft gaiter badly damaged (2.5.C.1a)
Jun 2017 PASS 97,864 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt driveshaft gaiter badly damaged (2.5.C.1a)
Jul 2018 FAIL 108,762 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front side repeater not fully secure
ADVISORY Nearside Front flexible brake hose slightly perishing
MINOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corrosion started (5.3.6 (a) (i))
MINOR Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Jul 2018 PASS 108,762 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front side repeater not fully secure
ADVISORY Nearside Front flexible brake hose slightly perishing
MINOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corrosion started (5.3.6 (a) (i))
MINOR Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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