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F840 DTX

1989 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

69,226 mi
Last recorded69,226 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2005
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF840 DTX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2005 69,226 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

drivers door check strap broken

side door glass cracked

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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F840 DTX is a 1989 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 F840 DTX, 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 F840 DTX registered?

F840 DTX is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 July 1989.

Is F840 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F840 DTX shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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