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F85 WRU

1989 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,320 mi
Last recorded9,320 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF85 WRU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2025 9,320 miles
Fail 5 May 2025
Pass 15 Nov 2022 8,809 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 8,773 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 8,745 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 8,718 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 8,687 miles

Oil leak rear diff ()

Pass 20 Apr 2017 8,633 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 8,549 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 8,502 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 8,362 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 8,220 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 8,124 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 8,036 miles

slight leak from steering box

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight bind on o/s/rear brake

Pass 24 Feb 2010 7,900 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 7,668 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 7,418 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 7,062 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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F85 WRU is a 1989 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F85 WRU, 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 F85 WRU?

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What year was F85 WRU registered?

F85 WRU is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is F85 WRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F85 WRU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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