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E243 LUP

1988 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2468cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

41,250 mi
Last recorded41,250 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE243 LUP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,468cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 41,250 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 33,663 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2024 33,663 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,041 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2023 25,029 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 13,272 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 2,335 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 2,335 miles

Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 99,122 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rails by front mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

corrosion to n/s/f outer sill/floor to sill edge under door

n/s/r lens cluster damaged

Fail 26 Oct 2020 99,122 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both centre exhaust boxes (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/floor to sill edge under door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rails by front mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

corrosion to n/s/f outer sill/floor to sill edge under door

n/s/r lens cluster damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2019 95,314 miles

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

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

slight corrosion to underside including suspension components

Fail 1 Oct 2019 95,313 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 11 Jul 2017 88,999 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 80,993 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 73,334 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 72,160 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 71,679 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 70,672 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 70,190 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 69,236 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 69,232 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 68,257 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 67,152 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing uneven slightly on inside shoulder of tyre

Pass 14 Aug 2007 66,129 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 66,124 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2006 64,959 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 64,951 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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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E243 LUP is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 2,468cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1988 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 56,734 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 E243 LUP, 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 38 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 E243 LUP registered?

E243 LUP is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E243 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E243 LUP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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