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G685 CEF

1989 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,488 mi
Last recorded52,488 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG685 CEF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 52,488 miles

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All under side repaired covered in underseal, back of step etc inspected as good as possible (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 48,868 miles

All underside of vehicle and repairs to back of steps etc covered in underseal, inspected as good as possible strong

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ON LIMIT NOW (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play ON IMIT NOW (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 45,930 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 45,197 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 44,425 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 43,880 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 43,552 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 42,840 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 41,982 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 41,982 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 39,800 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 37,904 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 36,639 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 35,411 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 33,896 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 32,785 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 31,271 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 28,217 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 24,357 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 24,357 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 21,135 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 19,501 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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G685 CEF is a 1989 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G685 CEF, 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 G685 CEF registered?

G685 CEF is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 October 1989.

Is G685 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G685 CEF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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