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236 MRB

1998 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

94,514 mi
Last recorded94,514 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration236 MRB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 94,514 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 94,410 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 94,388 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 94,388 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 94,350 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 94,350 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 94,290 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 94,164 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 94,110 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 93,950 miles

Corrosion starting to the nearside and offside inner cabsteps

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 93,950 miles

Corrosion starting to the nearside and offside inner cabsteps

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2011 91,582 miles

o/s/r outer tyre worn

Pass 26 Jan 2010 89,681 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 89,673 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 85,567 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 82,394 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 82,384 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 70,494 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 70,474 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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236 MRB is a 1998 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1998 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 118,553 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 236 MRB, 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 28 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 236 MRB?

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What year was 236 MRB registered?

236 MRB is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is 236 MRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 236 MRB shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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