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F291 HKE

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

18,482 mi
Last recorded18,482 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF291 HKE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 18,482 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 16,519 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 14,610 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 12,617 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 10,954 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 10,941 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 8,933 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 7,591 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 5,167 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 2,905 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 923 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 98,644 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 96,401 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 93,997 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 91,170 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 88,295 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 85,526 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 82,327 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 79,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 74,330 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 65,299 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 60,928 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 60,928 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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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F291 HKE is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 F291 HKE, 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

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What year was F291 HKE registered?

F291 HKE is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 March 1989.

Is F291 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F291 HKE shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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