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G187 KWD

1989 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

82,892 mi
Last recorded82,892 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG187 KWD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 82,892 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 82,619 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 82,338 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 81,829 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 81,622 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 81,464 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 81,406 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush rubber bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 81,215 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 80,828 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil light switch slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 80,828 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil light switch slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 78,916 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 78,030 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 77,024 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 76,443 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 75,896 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 75,446 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 74,854 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 73,993 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 73,993 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 73,405 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 73,403 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 73,115 miles

slight corrosion on n/s rear wheel arch

Pass 29 Oct 2007 72,527 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 72,527 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 71,932 miles

n/s brake pipe one connected to rear flexable hose slightly corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2005 71,029 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 71,025 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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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G187 KWD is a 1989 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 G187 KWD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G187 KWD registered?

G187 KWD is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 September 1989.

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The MOT history for G187 KWD shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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