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G207 JFV

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,704 mi
Last recorded54,704 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG207 JFV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 54,704 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2020 53,576 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 51,772 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2019 51,768 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 51,698 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 51,365 miles

Rear slight brake bind

Pass 1 Apr 2016 50,698 miles

front shock absorbers seem slightly weak

Fail 31 Mar 2016 50,697 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front shock absorbers seem slightly weak

n/s rear hub oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2015 50,450 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

oil leak @ n/s rear axle/brake

tow bar electrical socket broken

Fail 6 Aug 2015 50,450 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

oil leak @ n/s rear axle/brake

tow bar electrical socket broken

Pass 23 Jul 2014 49,853 miles

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE VERY WEAK

exhaust tail pipe under body

tow bar electrical socket broken

Fail 16 Jul 2014 49,853 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS ARE VERY WEAK

exhaust tail pipe under body

oil leak at n/s rear hub

tow bar electrical socket broken

Pass 26 Jul 2013 47,586 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 47,586 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2012 41,096 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 39,929 miles

n/s/r backplate damp

Pass 25 Jun 2010 35,409 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 34,663 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 34,248 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 33,912 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 33,879 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 33,364 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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G207 JFV is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G207 JFV, 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 G207 JFV registered?

G207 JFV is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 September 1989.

Is G207 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G207 JFV shows 22 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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