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GL53 UTE

2003 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,849 mi
Last recorded86,849 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 UTE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 86,849 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 76,868 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 76,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 64,011 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 63,478 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both fornt tyres wearing low

Pass 17 Jan 2008 46,497 miles

both door mirrors cracked o/s front tyre worn

Pass 19 Dec 2006 33,434 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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GL53 UTE is a 2003 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL53 UTE, 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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What year was GL53 UTE registered?

GL53 UTE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is GL53 UTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 UTE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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