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E283 LRV

1988 Ford Transit

White Petrol 2992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,393 mi
Last recorded28,393 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE283 LRV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,992cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 28,393 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 28,048 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2014 27,919 miles

Coolant leak

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2013 26,987 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2012 25,263 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 25,263 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 24,658 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 23,896 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,796 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 21,593 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 20,421 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,880 miles

N/S/F TYRE HAS CRACKS ON SIDEWALL

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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E283 LRV is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 2,992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 E283 LRV, 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 E283 LRV registered?

E283 LRV is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 June 1988.

Is E283 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E283 LRV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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