MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,289 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery insecure
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
Battery insecure
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring longitudinally displaced (2.4.B.1d)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Transit?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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F198 SVT is a 1989 Ford Transit in Black with a 1,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.
Across all 1989 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 55,546 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 F198 SVT, 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 37 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 F198 SVT?
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What year was F198 SVT registered?
F198 SVT is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 February 1989.
Is F198 SVT safe to buy?
The MOT history for F198 SVT shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F198 SVT have outstanding finance?
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