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E488 EBC

1987 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,872 mi
Last recorded69,872 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE488 EBC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 69,872 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

all brake pipes greased, corroded slightly

vehicle is heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,504 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 62,553 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

rigid brake pipes coated in grease so unable to fully inspect

Fail 10 Jul 2018 62,553 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced of cab (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced of cab (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

chassis coated in grease so unable to fully inspect

rigid brake pipes coated in grease so unable to fully inspect

Pass 28 Jul 2017 61,053 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,114 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 57,018 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 55,084 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 53,471 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 51,381 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 49,228 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 46,910 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 44,825 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 42,348 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 39,672 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 38,108 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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E488 EBC is a 1987 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1987 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 58,852 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 E488 EBC, 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 39 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E488 EBC?

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What year was E488 EBC registered?

E488 EBC is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E488 EBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E488 EBC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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