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A14 SAV

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,822 mi
Last recorded29,822 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 SAV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2024 29,822 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both steps (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability both \lift (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis rails corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner wing corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2023 29,527 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes covered in grease. (offside and nearside). (1.1.11 (c))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front outer sill steps have slight surface corrosion. (offside and nearside). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower All underside of vehicle covered in underseal.

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside front outer lower bumper brace has rust holes but structural rigidity is not reduced. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Offside front front track rod end dust cover deteriorated but preventing the ingress of dirt. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes have slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 29,527 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear brake pipes covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes covered in grease. (offside and nearside). (1.1.11 (c))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front outer sill steps have slight surface corrosion. (offside and nearside). (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower All underside of vehicle covered in underseal.

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside front outer lower bumper brace has rust holes but structural rigidity is not reduced. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Offside front front track rod end dust cover deteriorated but preventing the ingress of dirt. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes have slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 27,854 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 27,652 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 26,550 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 26,548 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 25,149 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 24,546 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 24,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 23,047 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2013 23,047 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 22,936 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 21,952 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 19,858 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 19,858 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 16,543 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 14,514 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 14,514 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 11,209 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 86,307 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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A14 SAV is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 55,546 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 A14 SAV, 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 37 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A14 SAV is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 January 1989.

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