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GP53 CGE

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,489 mi
Last recorded59,489 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 CGE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 59,489 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 57,609 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 57,476 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2018 57,350 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ACCROSS REAR AXLE (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material INTO OFFSIDE FRONT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside & OFFSIDE INNER SILL STARTING TO CORRODE

Nearside Rear Outer SILL STARTING TO CORRODE

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 57,305 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 57,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2016 57,189 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 56,261 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 55,878 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 55,468 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 55,016 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 52,397 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 52,381 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 51,086 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 48,802 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,774 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 33,708 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 20,436 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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GP53 CGE is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GP53 CGE, 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 GP53 CGE registered?

GP53 CGE is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is GP53 CGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 CGE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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