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E394 HTF

1988 Ford Transit

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

93,731 mi
Last recorded93,731 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2007
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE394 HTF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Apr 2007 93,731 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Only just met emmission regs hc far to high.There is seriouse body corrosion within 35cm of spring mounts at rear 30 cm is limit of prescribed area

Pass 21 Feb 2006 92,572 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 92,572 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

oil leak

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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E394 HTF is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 E394 HTF, 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 E394 HTF registered?

E394 HTF is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E394 HTF safe to buy?

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