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GN53 FWL

2003 Ford Maverick

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,907 mi
Last recorded123,907 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Maverick72,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 FWL
MakeFord
ModelMaverick
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 123,907 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine mount has slight free play

Fail 27 Jun 2019 123,904 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn TIE BAR (rack knuckle) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine mount has slight free play

Pass 7 Apr 2018 120,422 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust bracket broken but still secure

front to rear underbody/all mechanical components corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2018 120,422 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust bracket broken but still secure

front to rear underbody/all mechanical components corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2017 118,326 miles

Front Exhaust braket broken but still supported

Front to rear still fuel pipes corroded slightly

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Track rod (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 100,478 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 100,152 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Replacing centre silencer should cure emmisions problem and exhaust leak.

centre silencer exhust clamp adrift

Pass 25 Jul 2014 85,501 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 85,426 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 73,293 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 67,316 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 62,403 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery inscure

front to rear fuel pipe corroding

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

oil leak rear diff

play in o/s steering arm

Pass 23 Aug 2011 56,319 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 20 Aug 2010 51,081 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 44,471 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 35,702 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 25,185 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 14,865 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Maverick?

Based on 186,884 MOT tests across 19,007 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,678
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
19,007
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,070
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,752
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 10,520
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,115
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 6,803
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GN53 FWL is a 2003 Ford Maverick in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Ford Maverick models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 72,389 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Maverick fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 15,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 FWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Maverick typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Maverick is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN53 FWL registered?

GN53 FWL is a 2003 Ford Maverick, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GN53 FWL safe to buy?

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