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FV13 DFG

2013 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

581,830 mi
Last recorded581,830 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Transit92,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 DFG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 581,830 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 9 fitted ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2025 581,830 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 9 fitted ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2024
Pass 18 Nov 2023 406,288 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test only 9 fitted at time of test ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all rear tyres x4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2023 406,288 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test only 9 fitted at time of test ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all rear tyres x4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 321,712 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 287,385 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 287,298 miles

Speed limiter plate missing (7.10 (e))

Speed limiter tamperproof device missing locking tab cable broken (7.10 (d))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed side door (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 269,985 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper boot clip not attached correctly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dull (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear both leaf springs splayed slightly

speed limiter plaque missing

Fail 18 Nov 2020 269,985 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper boot clip not attached correctly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources very dull (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear both leaf springs splayed slightly

speed limiter plaque missing

Pass 14 Oct 2019 252,196 miles

Offside Front link bar

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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FV13 DFG is a 2013 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2013 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 92,469 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 FV13 DFG, 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 13 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FV13 DFG registered?

FV13 DFG is a 2013 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 April 2013.

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