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GML 205N

1975 Ford Transit

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,240 mi
Last recorded25,240 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1975 Ford Transit57,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGML 205N
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1975
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 25,240 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 25,205 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 25,147 miles

spot lights wired to dip beam

Nearside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

coolant leak

engine oil leak

Fail 21 Mar 2014 25,143 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

coolant leak

oil leak

slight fluctuation on rear brakes

spot lamps wired with dip beam

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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GML 205N is a 1975 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 57,247 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 GML 205N, 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 51 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GML 205N registered?

GML 205N is a 1975 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 January 1975.

Is GML 205N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GML 205N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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