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G173 PEA

1990 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,606 mi
Last recorded59,606 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1990 Ford Transit56,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG173 PEA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 59,606 miles

Front Track rod end deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 51,545 miles

all rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

both rear chassis rails slightly corroded

handbrake and footbrake performance requires further attention soon

several corrosion spots showing

vehicle has been heavily repaired and undersealed

Fail 6 Aug 2007 51,385 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

several corrosion sposts showing

vehicle been extensively repairedand heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Aug 2006 43,041 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 42,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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G173 PEA is a 1990 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 G173 PEA, 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.

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What year was G173 PEA registered?

G173 PEA is a 1990 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 January 1990.

Is G173 PEA safe to buy?

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