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AF53 GRU

2003 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

56,515 mi
Last recorded56,515 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Transit108,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 GRU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 56,515 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2026 56,437 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner lower arch x2 holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 53,046 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 48,041 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 48,041 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 42,810 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 27 Jun 2022 41,067 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 27 Jun 2022 41,061 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 25 Jun 2021 37,246 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 27,429 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 27,429 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 27,168 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 20,245 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 16,775 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 13,378 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 9,544 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 5,773 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 2,372 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 35,404 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 30,559 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 26,479 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 21,949 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 19,639 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 17,539 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 14,655 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 14,655 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 10,000 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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AF53 GRU is a 2003 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 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 AF53 GRU, 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 AF53 GRU registered?

AF53 GRU is a 2003 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is AF53 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 GRU shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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