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GX53 NPA

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

99,377 mi
Last recorded99,377 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 NPA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 99,377 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR CHASSIS CORRODED BUT STILL WITHIN SOLID (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Body not fully secure OUTER SILL DISCONNECTED FROM BODY BUT LIKELY TO BECOME DETACHED (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR BODY HEAVY CORROSSION BUT NOT WITHIN 30CM OF A MAIN SUPPORT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 99,374 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush ns+os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 89,753 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 89,753 miles

Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 85,323 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 83,307 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 80,884 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 77,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 77,694 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 69,941 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 69,925 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2012 59,614 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2012 59,614 miles

slight engine oil leak

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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GX53 NPA is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GX53 NPA, 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 GX53 NPA registered?

GX53 NPA is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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