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GY53 LVT

2003 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,446 mi
Last recorded94,446 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 LVT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 94,446 miles

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

general corrosion to vehicle underside

handbrake needs adjusting

nearside wing mirror glass missing

offside rear tyre worn on edges

play in steering coloum universal joint

Pass 14 Nov 2012 87,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

horn (sound weakened)slightly

slight tracking fault to o/s/r light unit

slight travel to handbrake

Pass 30 Nov 2011 81,492 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

o/s door mirror cracked

Pass 17 Nov 2010 78,016 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front diff oil leak

offside front tyre worn to legal limits

slight imbalence to rear brakes

sump in poor condition and leaking

Pass 14 Sep 2009 69,432 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2009 69,431 miles

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

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2008 57,389 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 46,454 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 32,918 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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GY53 LVT is a 2003 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GY53 LVT, 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 GY53 LVT registered?

GY53 LVT is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GY53 LVT safe to buy?

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