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G391 XLN

1989 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

144,970 mi
Last recorded144,970 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG391 XLN
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 144,970 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 144,965 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 144,941 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 144,624 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2022 144,578 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 142,389 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 142,026 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to spring hanger bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to spring hanger bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 139,252 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 135,744 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 132,774 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 129,762 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 126,865 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 122,752 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 119,006 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 119,006 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 114,804 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 114,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 109,532 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 105,373 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 101,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 98,547 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 966,593 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 94,934 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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G391 XLN is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 G391 XLN, 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 G391 XLN registered?

G391 XLN is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 November 1989.

Is G391 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G391 XLN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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