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G518 VUV

1990 Ford Transit Connect

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

29,274 mi
Last recorded29,274 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG518 VUV
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2010 29,274 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 28,225 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 26,179 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 26,475 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 23,499 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 20,565 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 20,565 miles

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

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2005 17,314 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 17,314 miles

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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G518 VUV is a 1990 Ford Transit Connect in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G518 VUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 36 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G518 VUV registered?

G518 VUV is a 1990 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 29 March 1990.

Is G518 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G518 VUV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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