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G709 UEU

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,017 mi
Last recorded20,017 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG709 UEU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 20,017 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 20,017 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 19,403 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 18,534 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 18,511 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,138 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 18,055 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 18,032 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 18,031 miles

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 17,993 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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G709 UEU is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G709 UEU, 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 G709 UEU registered?

G709 UEU is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 August 1989.

Is G709 UEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G709 UEU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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