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AF56 VJU

2006 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

238,856 mi
Last recorded238,856 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Transit103,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 VJU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 238,856 miles

Nearside Front wishbone brush bonding slightly

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 221,763 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 221,763 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 201,434 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 201,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 171,683 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 171,680 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 134,437 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 134,436 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear hub oil seal leaking oil on to brake pad and disc

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

Fail 24 Jan 2012 98,382 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 98,382 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 73,026 miles

Off side rear hub oil seal leaking

Fail 4 Feb 2011 73,026 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Off side rear hub oil seal leaking

Pass 27 Aug 2009 46,308 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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AF56 VJU is a 2006 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2006 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 103,774 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF56 VJU, 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 20 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 AF56 VJU registered?

AF56 VJU is a 2006 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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The MOT history for AF56 VJU shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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