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GU52 RVF

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

132,960 mi
Last recorded132,960 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 RVF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2013 132,960 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 118,274 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 118,242 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Driving control(s) clutch pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth. (6.8.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

front brake pads more than 50% worn

Pass 7 Dec 2010 102,583 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Dec 2009 87,649 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

front brake worn more than 50% O/S/R outer tyre slight cut outerwall

Pass 15 Dec 2009 87,649 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

front brake worn more than 50% O/S/R outer tyre slight cut outerwall

Fail 22 Dec 2008 70,325 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 70,325 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 55,028 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 55,028 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 45,962 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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GU52 RVF is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU52 RVF, 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

How do I check the history of GU52 RVF?

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What year was GU52 RVF registered?

GU52 RVF is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is GU52 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 RVF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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