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F289 RLC

1989 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,763 mi
Last recorded61,763 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2010
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF289 RLC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2010 61,763 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 656,632 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 656,632 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 51,992 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 51,529 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 50,799 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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F289 RLC is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 F289 RLC, 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 F289 RLC?

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What year was F289 RLC registered?

F289 RLC is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 February 1989.

Is F289 RLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F289 RLC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F289 RLC have outstanding finance?

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