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GD53 TLX

2004 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,343 mi
Last recorded92,343 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Transit102,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD53 TLX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 92,343 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 90,824 miles

this vehicle has had a lot of welding repairs

Fail 1 Nov 2019 90,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front end of spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside edge of chassis leg above rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member and spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Towbar fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 87,247 miles

Rear outer wheel arches are slightly corroded

vehicle has had lots of welding repairs, and under sealed underneath

Pass 31 Jul 2017 83,829 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 178,418 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 166,470 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 161,499 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 150,453 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 140,600 miles

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

smoke reading high for vehicle

Pass 12 Jul 2011 131,185 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 120,434 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 110,386 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 101,498 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 101,498 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 61,044 miles

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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GD53 TLX is a 2004 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 102,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GD53 TLX, 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 22 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GD53 TLX registered?

GD53 TLX is a 2004 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 February 2004.

Is GD53 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD53 TLX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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