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GP53 CHZ

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,519 mi
Last recorded182,519 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 CHZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 182,519 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 182,512 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 182,460 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 182,439 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 182,436 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2013 180,311 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Dec 2013 180,288 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2012 172,318 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

deadlock security locks fitted to all doors

Fail 6 Aug 2012 172,192 miles

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

deadlock security locks fitted to all doors

Pass 12 Aug 2011 167,686 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 167,627 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 167,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 16,751 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 166,170 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 166,170 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 156,428 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 134,593 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 134,593 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

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 CHZ is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 108,242 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 CHZ, 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 GP53 CHZ registered?

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

Is GP53 CHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 CHZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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