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G181 KWT

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,287 mi
Last recorded80,287 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG181 KWT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2020 80,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

various underbody corrosion

Pass 2 Apr 2019 80,081 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

slight play in king pins

under body corrosion

Pass 8 Mar 2018 79,348 miles

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

under body corrosion

Pass 30 Nov 2016 79,260 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 78,719 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 78,112 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 78,053 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 77,518 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 77,271 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 76,856 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 76,341 miles

25% imbalance on rear brakes

Offside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

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

damage on front cross member

front drag link end cover split

n/s rear parking & service brakes not up to known standard

Pass 31 Jan 2008 76,327 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 76,202 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 75,781 miles

advanced corrosion on body panels under vehicle

n/s & o/s parking brakes not up to known standard

oil leak

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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G181 KWT is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 G181 KWT, 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.

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What year was G181 KWT registered?

G181 KWT is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 December 1989.

Is G181 KWT safe to buy?

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