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G425 MFD

1989 Ford Transit

Multi-colour Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

69,265 mi
Last recorded69,265 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG425 MFD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 69,265 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 68,791 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 67,944 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 67,759 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 66,887 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 65,642 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 64,696 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 63,402 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 61,936 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 98,194 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 59,735 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 57,994 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 56,270 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 28 May 2014 56,266 miles

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

Offside Front brake caliper inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2013 54,660 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 53,140 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 53,140 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 51,040 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 49,490 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 47,554 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 45,305 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 42,310 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 39,686 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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G425 MFD is a 1989 Ford Transit in Multi-colour with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 G425 MFD, 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 G425 MFD registered?

G425 MFD is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 August 1989.

Is G425 MFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G425 MFD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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