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F429 LUD

1989 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,532 mi
Last recorded89,532 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF429 LUD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 89,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

surafce rust to n/s outer sill

surface rust to inner sills

Pass 11 Aug 2017 88,234 miles

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

surface rust to inner sills

Pass 12 Aug 2016 87,861 miles

play in centre bearing

Pass 22 Jul 2015 84,445 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 81,954 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2013 76,235 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 71,640 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 71,640 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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 Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all under van been under sealed and showing signs of rust

Fail 16 Oct 2010 64,393 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 64,393 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 59,928 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 58,349 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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F429 LUD is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F429 LUD, 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 F429 LUD registered?

F429 LUD is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 March 1989.

Is F429 LUD safe to buy?

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