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HE13 ELL

2013 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,418 mi
Last recorded165,418 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Transit92,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHE13 ELL
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 165,418 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 165,418 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 159,794 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside rear outer sill corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2023 155,811 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 149,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2022 149,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 144,888 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 138,964 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 121,036 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 115,123 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2016 109,287 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Exhaust emissions too low to measure.

Nearside rear brake disc heavily scored.

Fail 7 Apr 2016 109,285 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Exhaust emissions too low to measure.

Nearside rear brake disc heavily scored.

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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HE13 ELL is a 2013 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 92,469 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 HE13 ELL, 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 13 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HE13 ELL registered?

HE13 ELL is a 2013 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 April 2013.

Is HE13 ELL safe to buy?

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