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DLZ 3377

1998 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

169,335 mi
Last recorded169,335 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 3377
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 169,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 169,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 155,246 miles

Engine oil leaking onto exhaust

Corrosion taking hold in various places, including chassis, outriggers & panels

Fail 8 Sep 2016 155,246 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported due to corrosion (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Corrosion taking hold in various places, including chassis, outriggers & panels

Engine oil leaking onto exhaust

Pass 23 Sep 2015 142,542 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 142,542 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 130,126 miles

Nearside & offside rear doors corroded on lower edges

Fail 29 Sep 2014 130,126 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside & offside rear doors corroded on lower edges

Pass 17 Apr 2013 110,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside indicator lens broken

nearside mirror cover broken

nearside rear bumper quarter insecure

rear brakes noisey but working satisfactory

rear number plate starting to separate

Fail 10 Apr 2013 110,574 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside indicator lens broken

nearside mirror cover broken

nearside rear bumper quarter insecure

rear brakes noisey but working satisfactory

rear number plate starting to separate

Fail 22 May 2012 99,691 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 99,691 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 87,474 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 87,321 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 81,431 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 81,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

Nearside Side repeater not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.1.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2009
Fail 15 Apr 2009

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake grabbing severely (3.8.A.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 73,772 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 6,679 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2006 60,082 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 60,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5b)

NO FRONT NUMBER PLATE FITTED

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

battery insecure

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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DLZ 3377 is a 1998 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 DLZ 3377, 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.

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DLZ 3377 is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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