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F999 OLU

1988 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,567 mi
Last recorded28,567 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF999 OLU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 28,567 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 28,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside front sill/step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 27,144 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 26,870 miles

Nearside Front slight play in Kingpin(marked)

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front slight play in kingpin(marked)

Fail 3 Jan 2023 26,810 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

slight play both front king pins

Pass 8 Jan 2022 25,719 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front king pin slight play

Offside Front king pin has slight play

Pass 16 Dec 2020 24,426 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front exhaust rubber

Pass 8 Jul 2019 23,226 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 23,213 miles

Front Brake pivot has restricted free movement hand brake lever pivot (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front leaf spring mount area and front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded top of chassis rail,inner wing and front crossmember (2.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions flat/punctured (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 22,176 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 22,149 miles

Central Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2017 21,987 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 21,987 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 21,987 miles

Centre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 26,349 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 21,987 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 21,987 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 21,987 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 21,987 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 21,987 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 21,987 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

front brake discs corroded

n/s/f chassis corroded by spring hanger-advise repair ASAP

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres tread perished. advise replacement

oil leak-coming from oil pressure switch-advise replacement

Fail 8 Jul 2010 21,987 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs corroded

n/s/f chassis corroded by spring hanger-advise repair ASAP

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres tread perished. advise replacement

oil leak-coming from oil pressure switch-advise replacement

Pass 9 Jul 2009 21,956 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

n/s+o/s rear tyres tread/sidewalls perished-advise replacement

Fail 3 Jul 2009 21,956 miles

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

n/s+o/s rear tyres tread/sidewalls perished-advise replacement

Pass 7 Jul 2008 21,027 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 20,921 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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F999 OLU is a 1988 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F999 OLU, 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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F999 OLU is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 December 1988.

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