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D914 HPR

1987 Ford Transit

Multi-colour Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD914 HPR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025

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

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 23 Sep 2024 63,625 miles

underside of vehicle has surface rust throughout

Pass 29 Sep 2023

underside of vehicle has surface rust throughout

Pass 29 Sep 2022
Pass 29 Sep 2021 64,000 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 64,000 miles

surface corrosion inner seals

Pass 12 Apr 2019

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDERSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 71,513 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 71,313 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 71,203 miles

underside of vehicle has surface rust throughout

Pass 25 Mar 2015 70,091 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,330 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 66,100 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 64,999 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 65,095 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 65,095 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 63,991 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 63,991 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2009 64,000 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 64,000 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 64,003 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 64,000 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 63,993 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 63,986 miles

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

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

near side rear hub oil leaking excessively

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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D914 HPR is a 1987 Ford Transit in Multi-colour with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 58,852 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 D914 HPR, 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 39 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D914 HPR registered?

D914 HPR is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 March 1987.

Is D914 HPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D914 HPR shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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