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A23 GNG

2013 Ford Auto Trail

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,429 mi
Last recorded31,429 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Auto Trail21,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 GNG
MakeFord
ModelAuto Trail
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 31,429 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 31,008 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 31,006 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 26,290 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 25,797 miles

13 pin tow bar ball wiring socket fitted but not tow bar ball at time of test

Fail 22 Sep 2023 25,780 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

13 pin tow bar ball wiring socket fitted but not tow bar ball at time of test

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 24,119 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 23,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 22,690 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 20,722 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 19,953 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 18,728 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 16,616 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 15,999 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 15,362 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 15,362 miles

Rear registration plate obscured tow ball hitch in front off rear reg plate (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Ford Auto Trail?

Based on 4,299 MOT tests across 416 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,892
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10
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A23 GNG is a 2013 Ford Auto Trail in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2013 Ford Auto Trail models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 21,524 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Auto Trail fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 GNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Auto Trail typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 13 years old, this Ford Auto Trail is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A23 GNG registered?

A23 GNG is a 2013 Ford Auto Trail, first registered on 1 December 2013.

Is A23 GNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 GNG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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