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AE51 OWZ

2001 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

247,275 mi
Last recorded247,275 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 OWZ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 247,275 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above axle (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced abov axle soft (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and sills all painted/metal getting soft (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 247,275 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above axle (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced abov axle soft (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and sills all painted/metal getting soft (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 203,042 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 203,042 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 176,425 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 164,635 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 160,687 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 151,118 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 139,500 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 133,350 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 125,288 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 112,676 miles

side wall cracking on nearside rear tyre

slight damage to screen

Fail 3 Jan 2012 112,676 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

side wall cracking on nearside rear tyre

slight damage to screen

Pass 4 Oct 2010 104,753 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 104,753 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 96,395 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 91,135 miles

both wipers poor (clearing ok)

slight play to steering rack (side to side)

Pass 29 May 2007 83,673 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 74,401 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 66,012 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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AE51 OWZ is a 2001 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 118,501 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 AE51 OWZ, 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 25 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 AE51 OWZ registered?

AE51 OWZ is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is AE51 OWZ safe to buy?

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