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G48 NDM

1989 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,853 mi
Last recorded49,853 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2007
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG48 NDM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2007 49,853 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 49,853 miles

Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 17,724 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2006 47,724 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s rear tyre worn rear crossmember holed

Pass 25 Oct 2005 45,074 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 15,036 miles

Centre Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

oil leak rear of engine

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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G48 NDM is a 1989 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G48 NDM, 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 G48 NDM registered?

G48 NDM is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G48 NDM safe to buy?

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