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BSW 946

2000 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,855 mi
Last recorded99,855 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Ford Transit112,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSW 946
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014 99,855 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 99,834 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 95,587 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 95,582 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 87,994 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 87,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 83,287 miles

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

damage to n/s/f wing/bumper

n/s door mirror cracked

Pass 7 Jan 2010 80,048 miles

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

corrosion to n/s/f wheel arch

Pass 15 Dec 2008 76,346 miles

damage to n/s/f wing/bumper

n/s mirror cracked

Pass 22 Oct 2007 65,636 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 55,588 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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BSW 946 is a 2000 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 112,023 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 BSW 946, 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 26 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 BSW 946 registered?

BSW 946 is a 2000 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is BSW 946 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSW 946 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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