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DS16 VGJ

2016 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,887 mi
Last recorded98,887 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Ford Transit78,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 VGJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 98,887 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush to rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 95,987 miles

Exhaust silencer corroded and delaminating but not leaking

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Dec 2024 95,987 miles

Exhaust silencer corroded and delaminating but not leaking

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 91,114 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush to rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 84,908 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement to rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 77,352 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 67,904 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 28,880 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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DS16 VGJ is a 2016 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DS16 VGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS16 VGJ registered?

DS16 VGJ is a 2016 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 May 2016.

Is DS16 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 VGJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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