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F718 JAT

1988 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

43,244 mi
Last recorded43,244 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF718 JAT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2019 43,244 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 41,347 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bump stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2018 41,341 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring area (2.4.A.3)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 39,704 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 39,697 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Inner Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.2.C.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 35,962 miles

oil leak

Fail 25 Sep 2015 35,953 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 32,008 miles

battery security BORDERLINE

both track rod end boots splitting BORDERLINE

condition of all leaf spring shackle bushes

headlamp aims and beam intensitys

lift o/s/f king pin BORDERLINE

n/s handbrake effort

n/s wiper blade splitting BORDERLINE

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn only just legal 1.6mm

oil leak

repairs to all chassis and cross members and undersills

repairs to front inner wings

security and wear in n/s/f seat BORDERLINE

security of o/s side repeater

side repeaters fading

steering heavy

Pass 26 Jul 2013 31,427 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

the vehicle inner and outer lower body valancers are well rusted.The front and rear chassis members are rusty and have been repaired'this should all be kept in check.

Fail 26 Jul 2013 31,427 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

the vehicle inner and outer lower body valancers are well rusted. The front and rear chassie members are rusty and have been repaired this should all be kept in check.

Pass 29 Jun 2012 30,741 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 29,483 miles

the body inner sills are rusted (not structle)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 29,483 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 26,327 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 26,062 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,923 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 18,035 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 12,870 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 7,152 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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F718 JAT is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1988 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 56,734 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 F718 JAT, 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 38 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F718 JAT is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 September 1988.

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