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A5 WSU

1999 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

218,119 mi
Last recorded218,119 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 WSU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 218,119 miles

o/s door step corroded

under body rusty and repaired

Pass 6 Nov 2012 210,243 miles

under side rusty and repaired

Fail 22 Oct 2012 210,243 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

under body corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2011 196,019 miles

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

suspension bushes worn

underside has corrosion,repairs and weak points on and or near prescribed areas

Pass 26 Oct 2010 177,218 miles

o/s/r outer tyre worn low

under body corrosion

wear front disc

wear n/s lower ball joint

Pass 29 Sep 2009 164,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

metal pipes rusted

suspension bushes poor and some play

underside and structure rusting and poor and repaired in places

Fail 10 Sep 2009 163,567 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

underside has corrosion on and or near prescribed areas

Pass 27 Oct 2008 152,274 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 144,486 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Underside rusty and weak in places

screen chipped

Pass 3 Oct 2006 139,780 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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A5 WSU is a 1999 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 110,308 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 A5 WSU, 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 27 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 A5 WSU registered?

A5 WSU is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 October 1999.

Is A5 WSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 WSU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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