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GJ52 PLU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

134,978 mi
Last recorded134,978 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 PLU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 134,978 miles

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

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

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

offside front wheelarch in poor condition

Pass 30 Apr 2021 131,851 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth also clutch pedal, (1.1.2 (c))

Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills inner & outer, (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre date code not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Rear tipping body corroded & weak in several places,

both door mirror has a temporary repair lower, glass damaged,n/s has slight movement,

spare wheel missing,

Pass 6 Apr 2020 124,621 miles

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tipper body corroded & weak in many places. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

brake & clutch pedal rubbers worn.

under sides muddy in places,spare wheel missing,

Fail 6 Apr 2020 124,621 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Upper Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security tipper body corroded & weak in many places. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

brake & clutch pedal rubbers worn.

under sides muddy in places,spare wheel missing,

Pass 1 May 2019 119,118 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 113,037 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 112,401 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 111,093 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 110,179 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 107,168 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 100,078 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 92,767 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 86,203 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 79,495 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 72,281 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 64,674 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 56,133 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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GJ52 PLU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GJ52 PLU, 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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GJ52 PLU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 February 2003.

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