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GF53 NBD

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

184,455 mi
Last recorded184,455 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 NBD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 184,455 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 177,365 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 177,240 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis on the outer side behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at front end of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at the rear of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both inner sills have excessive corrosion thats not within perscribed area

Pass 27 Feb 2018 169,454 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 164,015 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 157,966 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 150,489 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 143,926 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 143,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 134,819 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 130,225 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 130,225 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 121,498 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 109,852 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 94,372 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 71,027 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 50,376 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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GF53 NBD is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 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 GF53 NBD, 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 23 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 GF53 NBD registered?

GF53 NBD is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is GF53 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 NBD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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