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G50 VMU

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,035 mi
Last recorded163,035 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2011
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG50 VMU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2011 163,035 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 157,097 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 152,093 miles

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

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

o/s chassis has slight corrosion

Pass 12 Feb 2008 137,672 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

o/s rear and centre brake pipes slight corrosion

slight lift in o/s and n/s lower ball joints

Pass 1 Mar 2007 142,503 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 136,930 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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G50 VMU is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G50 VMU, 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 G50 VMU registered?

G50 VMU is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 October 1989.

Is G50 VMU safe to buy?

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