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GK53 THN

2003 Ford Transit

White Lpg 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

136,745 mi
Last recorded136,745 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 THN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 136,745 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 136,745 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 122,270 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 122,037 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 109,131 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 109,131 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 99,728 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 99,728 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 93,568 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2011 87,238 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 87,238 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 85,779 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 84,054 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 84,054 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 77,267 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 77,267 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 66,666 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 66,662 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 52,272 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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GK53 THN is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,295cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 GK53 THN, 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 GK53 THN registered?

GK53 THN is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GK53 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK53 THN shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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