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GF53 NBL

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

131,738 mi
Last recorded131,738 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 131,738 miles

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

underbody corrosion

Fail 14 Dec 2018 131,738 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Nov 2017 129,067 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 125,101 miles

general body corrosion

Pass 26 Nov 2015 116,087 miles

brake pipes across axle have some corrosion

n/s & o/s mirrors cracked

n/s inner sill has advanced corrosion

n/s mirror backing broken

n/s/r floor holed but not within 30cm of load bearing

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f inner sill holed at step but not within 30cm of load bearing.

some corrosion around shock absorber turrets

some parts of underside not already failed has advanced corrosion and thin

Fail 20 Nov 2015 116,087 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated unable to open bonnet (8.4.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (at front shackle) (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (under rear wheel arch) (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (at rear shackle) (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valance (at rear shackle) (2.4.A.3)

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

brake pipes across axle have some corrosion

n/s & o/s mirrors cracked

n/s inner sill has advanced corrosion

n/s mirror backing broken

n/s/r floor holed but not within 30cm of load bearing

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f inner sill holed at step but not within 30cm of load bearing.

some corrosion around shock absorber turrets

some parts of underside not already failed has advanced corrosion and thin

Pass 28 Nov 2014 110,027 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

mirrior cover missing n/s

o/s/f inner sill rusty but not in 30 cm of fixings

Fail 21 Nov 2014 110,027 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front 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)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

mirrior cover missing n/s

Pass 22 Nov 2013 100,813 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 100,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2012 92,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2012 92,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 9 Nov 2011 80,292 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nsf disc rusted and worn

Pass 9 Nov 2011 80,292 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

nsf disc rusted and worn

Pass 10 Dec 2010 72,799 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 65,779 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 55,764 miles

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

front no plate needs att

Pass 19 Nov 2008 55,764 miles

front no plate needs att

Pass 8 Nov 2007 45,796 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 31,857 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 NBL is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 GF53 NBL, 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.

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GF53 NBL is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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