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BCZ 1538

1999 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

134,146 mi
Last recorded134,146 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCZ 1538
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2011 134,146 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 119,461 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2008 100,395 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 100,395 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2007 85,266 miles

Exhaust tailpipe corroded around hanger bracket.

Fail 10 Oct 2007 85,239 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust tailpipe corroded around hanger bracket.

Nearside rear marker lamp inoperative

Slight play to nearside front hub bearing.

Nearside rear tyres underinflated

Pass 29 Sep 2006 66,715 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 66,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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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BCZ 1538 is a 1999 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 BCZ 1538, 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

How do I check the history of BCZ 1538?

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What year was BCZ 1538 registered?

BCZ 1538 is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is BCZ 1538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCZ 1538 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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