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BW16 LNJ

2016 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,588 mi
Last recorded177,588 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Ford Transit78,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 LNJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 177,588 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 170,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 152,307 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 131,896 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 26 Jan 2022 113,089 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

tpms light on

Pass 26 Jan 2021 90,637 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 74,143 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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BW16 LNJ is a 2016 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 78,626 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 BW16 LNJ, 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 10 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BW16 LNJ registered?

BW16 LNJ is a 2016 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is BW16 LNJ safe to buy?

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