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GL52 RVF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

134,033 mi
Last recorded134,033 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 RVF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 134,033 miles

Body sill corrosion (both sides

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Luton body damage

Fail 12 Oct 2022 134,033 miles

Body sill corrosion (both sides

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Luton body damage

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 131,763 miles

Body sill corrosion

Fail 15 Oct 2021 131,759 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 126,924 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened Bothside corroded (5.3.1 (d) (i))

both side body sill corrosion

Fail 12 Oct 2020 126,924 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened Bothside corroded (5.3.1 (d) (i))

both side body sill corrosion

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 124,021 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 121,034 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 118,052 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 114,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 111,818 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 111,818 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2014 107,389 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 101,582 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 May 2013 101,582 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 93,394 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 May 2012 93,394 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 May 2011 88,630 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 8 May 2010 85,482 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2009 82,843 miles

Nearside rear tyre has a slight cut

Offside front tyre has a slight cut

Pass 14 May 2008 79,618 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 75,801 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 70,994 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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GL52 RVF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 GL52 RVF, 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

How do I check the history of GL52 RVF?

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What year was GL52 RVF registered?

GL52 RVF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is GL52 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 RVF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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