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F894 SOU

1989 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,403 mi
Last recorded82,403 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF894 SOU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2006 82,403 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all lower edges around van corroded slightly

center propshaft bearing slight play

front and rear number plates starting to deteriorate

front and rear wheel arches starting to corrode

hazard warning switch sticking slightly

o/s/f seat runners slightly worn

small hole in n/s/r outer sille

spare tyre on 1.6 mm limit

syrface rust to rear under body and front axle beam but not concidered exessive

Pass 28 Sep 2006 82,403 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all lower edges around van corroded slightly

center propshaft bearing slight play

front and rear number plates starting to deteriorate

front and rear wheel arches starting to corrode

hazard warning switch sticking slightly

o/s/f seat runners slightly worn

small hole in n/s/r outer sille

spare tyre on 1.6 mm limit

syrface rust to rear under body and front axle beam but not concidered exessive

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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F894 SOU is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,593cc petrol 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 F894 SOU, 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 F894 SOU registered?

F894 SOU is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 June 1989.

Is F894 SOU safe to buy?

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