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FVN 157J

2007 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,722 mi
Last recorded30,722 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Ford Transit106,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 157J
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 30,722 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 30,710 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 30,312 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 30,312 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 29,724 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 29,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 26,782 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 26,741 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 2 Aug 2010 26,740 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 25,418 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 24,790 miles

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

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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FVN 157J is a 2007 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 106,431 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 FVN 157J, 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 19 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FVN 157J registered?

FVN 157J is a 2007 Ford Transit, first registered on 21 November 2007.

Is FVN 157J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 157J shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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