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E208 VWF

1987 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

9,337 mi
Last recorded9,337 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2011
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE208 VWF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2011 9,337 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 93,247 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 8,797 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 86,463 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 86,463 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 6,731 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 6,715 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 4,689 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 4,689 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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E208 VWF is a 1987 Ford Transit in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 E208 VWF, 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.

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What year was E208 VWF registered?

E208 VWF is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 September 1987.

Is E208 VWF safe to buy?

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