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E304 KGV

1988 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

69,955 mi
Last recorded69,955 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE304 KGV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 69,955 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 69,851 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 69,777 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 69,714 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 68,275 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 62,860 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 57,988 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 52,997 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,145 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 42,552 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 36,164 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 30,989 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 196,473 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 196,473 miles

Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 121,237 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 42,553 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 96,496 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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E304 KGV is a 1988 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 E304 KGV, 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.

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What year was E304 KGV registered?

E304 KGV is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 April 1988.

Is E304 KGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E304 KGV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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