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C17 RGS

1998 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,353 mi
Last recorded106,353 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC17 RGS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2009 106,353 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 101,864 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 89,802 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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C17 RGS is a 1998 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 118,553 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 C17 RGS, 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 28 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 C17 RGS?

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What year was C17 RGS registered?

C17 RGS is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is C17 RGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C17 RGS shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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