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G165 BRF

1990 Ford Transit

Multi-colour Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,049 mi
Last recorded19,049 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Transit56,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG165 BRF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1990
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 19,049 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 18,836 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 18,670 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 48,518 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 48,447 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 18,447 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 18,447 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 18,447 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 18,374 miles

all rubber bushes deteriorated but not allowing excessive movement

vehicle has had extensive welding

Pass 23 Aug 2017 16,855 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 10,588 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 4,317 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 97,930 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 91,784 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 86,245 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 86,235 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 79,846 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 74,794 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 66,595 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 60,691 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 60,691 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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G165 BRF is a 1990 Ford Transit in Multi-colour with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 56,304 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 G165 BRF, 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 36 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 G165 BRF registered?

G165 BRF is a 1990 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G165 BRF safe to buy?

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