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GL53 MHU

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

206,753 mi
Last recorded206,753 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 MHU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2012 206,753 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 206,735 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 191,316 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 178,342 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 178,342 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 165,324 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 139,289 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 122,422 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 122,422 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Nov 2006 122,421 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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GL53 MHU is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GL53 MHU, 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 GL53 MHU registered?

GL53 MHU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is GL53 MHU safe to buy?

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