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E319 ERC

1988 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

82,367 mi
Last recorded82,367 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE319 ERC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2022 82,367 miles

Emissions not tested emissions not detected when sample probe inserted into exhaust, possible exhaust blockage (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced full front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 81,804 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2021 81,774 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

no reverse lamps

Pass 29 May 2019 81,759 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 81,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Floor excessively deteriorated cab step holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 81,675 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 81,675 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2017 81,599 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 81,536 miles

corrosion to vehicle

Pass 15 Apr 2015 81,453 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 81,386 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 81,271 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 79,661 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 77,426 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 74,335 miles

N/S/R Parking brake recording low effort compared to O/S/R.

N/S/R Service brake recording low effort compared to O/S/R

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 74,335 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

N/S/R Parking brake recording low effort compared to O/S/R.

N/S/R Service brake recording low effort compared to O/S/R

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 74,106 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 73,710 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 73,710 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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E319 ERC is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 E319 ERC, 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 E319 ERC registered?

E319 ERC is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 3 February 1988.

Is E319 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E319 ERC shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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