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F205 LTO

1989 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,026 mi
Last recorded25,026 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF205 LTO
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 25,026 miles

Nearside Front Slight corrosion to step

Pass 5 Nov 2019 18,609 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump pourous (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2019 18,592 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sump heavily corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2018 16,776 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer arch as corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 12,839 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 11,217 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2015 9,523 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 6,384 miles

rear fog light switch sticking intermittently but does work

Pass 9 Oct 2013 3,114 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 345 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 97,750 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 93,054 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 8,896 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 86,818 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Fail 1 Oct 2008 86,818 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2007 77,000 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 77,000 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both number plates deterioating

Pass 17 Aug 2006 72,339 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 72,339 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F205 LTO is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 F205 LTO, 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.

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What year was F205 LTO registered?

F205 LTO is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 June 1989.

Is F205 LTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F205 LTO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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