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AR07 DAO

2007 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

123,436 mi
Last recorded123,436 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Transit106,431 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 DAO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 123,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill at front of rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill below driver door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 123,059 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

various under body corrosion

Fail 7 Jun 2021 123,024 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light indicator lamp glows on (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 111,181 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 111,159 miles

Nearside Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle side sliding door (9.1.2 (a))

Nearside Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle side sliding door (9.1.2 (a))

Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (9.1.2 (a))

Emergency exit window 'break glass' hammer missing (9.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 103,071 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 94,079 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 82,081 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 71,879 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 62,487 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 49,483 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,332 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 32,423 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 24,096 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 15,231 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 8,811 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 8,806 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.1.B.6a)

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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AR07 DAO is a 2007 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,397cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 106,431 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 AR07 DAO, 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 19 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR07 DAO registered?

AR07 DAO is a 2007 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 May 2007.

Is AR07 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 DAO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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