MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,646 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Ford Transit?
Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.
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F490 SFA is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 F490 SFA, 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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How do I check the history of F490 SFA?
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What year was F490 SFA registered?
F490 SFA is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 January 1989.
Is F490 SFA safe to buy?
The MOT history for F490 SFA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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