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AR51 GZP

2001 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2014
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

155,150 mi
Last recorded155,150 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 GZP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2014 155,150 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust deteriorating and has a slight blow

near side rear and off side rear tyres starting to crack

off side front ,off side rear and near side rear wheel arches corroding

off side rear light lens cracked around reflector

Pass 23 Jul 2013 145,435 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

clutch pedal rubber worn

exhaust deteriorating

fuel tank retaining straps corroded

rear chassis corroding around brake compensator mounting area

underside and outer sills have onset of corrosion

Fail 23 Jul 2013 145,435 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

clutch pedal rubber worn

exhaust deteriorating

fuel tank retaining straps corroded

rear chassis corroding around brake compensator mounting area

underside and outer sills have onset of corrosion

Pass 20 Jul 2012 131,774 miles

both front to rear and offside rear brake pipes starting to rust

exhaust starting to deteriorate

front coil springs rusty

hand brake near end of travel

underside of van has surface corrosion

Fail 19 Jul 2011 114,747 miles

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

front springs rusty

front to rear and offside rear brake pipes starting to rust

intercooler split

rear crossmember and undersills rusting

Pass 19 Jul 2011 114,747 miles

front springs rusty

front to rear and offside rear brake pipes starting to rust

intercooler split

rear crossmember and undersills rusting

Pass 15 Jul 2010 98,324 miles

0/s/r brake pipe rusted

exhaust rusting

rear cross member rusting

Pass 29 Jul 2009 85,951 miles

front coil springs rusty

front to rear and offside rear brake pipes starting to rust

Fail 25 Jul 2009 85,951 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front coil springs rusty

front pads getting low and discs rusting

front to rear and offside rear brake pipes starting to rust

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 28 Jul 2008 75,228 miles

brake pedal rubber wearing

front brake pipes starting to rust

rear cross member starting to rust

slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

Fail 28 Jul 2008 75,228 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pedal rubber wearing

front brake pipes starting to rust

nearside front tyre close to limit and sidewall scuffed

rear cross member starting to rust

slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

Pass 18 Jul 2007 65,858 miles

brake pedal anti-slip rubber starting to wear †front brake pipes starting to rust †rear cross member starting to rust †undersided starting to rust

Pass 30 Jun 2006 50,541 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 50,541 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

brake pedal anti slip rubber slightly worn

Pass 30 Jun 2005 39,757 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2005 39,757 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AR51 GZP is a 2001 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2001 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 118,501 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 Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AR51 GZP, 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 25 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 AR51 GZP registered?

AR51 GZP is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 December 2001.

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The MOT history for AR51 GZP shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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