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ABM 75S

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,212 mi
Last recorded14,212 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 75S
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 14,212 miles

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

front subframe is corroded

rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2017 13,749 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 13,038 miles

oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2013 12,980 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 12,931 miles

dash board does not illuminate

nsf tyre wall collapsing

Fail 30 Jul 2012 12,931 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

dash board does not illuminate

nsf tyre wall collapsing

Pass 1 Aug 2011 12,900 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 12,790 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,668 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 12,365 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 12,255 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 12,103 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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ABM 75S is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ABM 75S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABM 75S registered?

ABM 75S is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 March 1989.

Is ABM 75S safe to buy?

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