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E585 GTW

1988 Ford Transit

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,649 mi
Last recorded33,649 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE585 GTW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2017 33,649 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 33,176 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 32,671 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 31,978 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 28,521 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 24,117 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 21,947 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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E585 GTW is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E585 GTW, 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

How do I check the history of E585 GTW?

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What year was E585 GTW registered?

E585 GTW is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 April 1988.

Is E585 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E585 GTW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E585 GTW have outstanding finance?

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