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F232 XCW

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

98,013 mi
Last recorded98,013 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF232 XCW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 98,013 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 97,975 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier carrier corroded and insacure (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front cross member outer valance behind bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance in area of rear spring shackle and emergency tow point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength cross member to inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member from chassi to inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance and corner valance in area of rear spring shackle point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. frame failed (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Body panel slightly loose wing by door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger to arch near step area to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch to wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch to outer panel front and rear areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch area front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger to inner arch near step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at step area including previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step to arch and step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess both outer cables corroded and collasping (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 97,603 miles

Offside Front drivers seat movement in back rest adjustment

Offside Front wheel arch starting to corrode

Fail 3 Oct 2018 97,602 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges (4.11 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front wheel arch starting to corrode

Pass 26 Sep 2017 97,034 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 97,034 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all lights (1.4.A.2h)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

cuts out when checking lights

wipers leave a smear

Pass 10 Sep 2016 95,978 miles

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Pass 15 Sep 2015 95,325 miles

play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 2 Oct 2014 94,569 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Fail 18 Sep 2014 94,552 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Pass 24 Sep 2013 92,932 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both rear tyres heavily perished

Pass 28 Sep 2012 92,693 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 92,679 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 91,235 miles

under body heavily welded and undersealed

Fail 11 Aug 2011 91,234 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Pass 19 Aug 2010 88,675 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Propshaft component defective

Battery insecure

Fail 19 Aug 2010 88,675 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Propshaft component defective

Battery insecure

Pass 19 Aug 2009 86,171 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 19 Aug 2009 86,171 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2008 81,403 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 81,403 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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F232 XCW is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F232 XCW, 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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F232 XCW is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 February 1989.

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