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G288 FVW

1989 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,719 mi
Last recorded29,719 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG288 FVW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 29,719 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 29,378 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 29,063 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 28,739 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 28,396 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 27,673 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 27,688 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,955 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 26,110 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,872 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,695 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 15,604 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 12,675 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 12,668 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 7,471 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 4,724 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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G288 FVW is a 1989 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 G288 FVW, 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 G288 FVW registered?

G288 FVW is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G288 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G288 FVW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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