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F296 HTU

1989 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

47,315 mi
Last recorded47,315 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF296 HTU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 47,315 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 47,287 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 47,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 47,263 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 47,249 miles

underneath has been undersealed

Fail 12 Aug 2020 47,249 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

underneath has been undersealed

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 47,228 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 47,208 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wings by crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre perished on sidewall

Offside Front Chassis has been repaired and Undersealed

Pass 25 Jul 2017 47,188 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 47,133 miles

under trays fitted to vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jun 2015 47,115 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 47,085 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 47,068 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 47,055 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 47,036 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 47,036 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 47,016 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 46,991 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 46,827 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 46,827 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 46,390 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 46,390 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 44,258 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 44,258 miles

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

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

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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F296 HTU is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 F296 HTU, 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 F296 HTU?

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What year was F296 HTU registered?

F296 HTU is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 1989.

Is F296 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F296 HTU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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