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G772 JCY

1989 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,938 mi
Last recorded14,938 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2012
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG772 JCY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,938 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres outer sidewall perished

both rear outer tyres sidewalls perished

corrosion on front valance not within prescribed area

front bumper insecure

movement in both passenger seats secure at time of test

no body fitted at time of test

offside rear number plate lense missing

various surface corrosion underneath vehicle

Fail 6 Jun 2012 14,907 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b) DANGEROUS

2 front tyres outer sidewalls perished, cracking.

2 rear outer tyres, outer sidewalls perished, cracking

Corrosion on front valance, not within prescribed area.

Front bumper insecure

No body fitted at time of inspection.

Offside rear numberplate lense missing

Various surface corrosion underneath vehicle.

movement in 2 nearside front seats, secure at time of inspection.

Fail 30 Jul 2009 14,628 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all rear tyre walls perished

corrosion just outside n/s front seat belt mount prescribed area

corrosion to o/s front outer sill just outside seatbelt prescribed area.

Pass 30 Jul 2009 14,628 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

all rear tyre walls perished

corrosion just outside n/s front seat belt mount prescribed area

corrosion to o/s front outer sill just outside seatbelt prescribed area.

Fail 2 Jun 2008 14,517 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tipper part of body heavily corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 14,517 miles

Tipper part of body heavily corroded

Pass 4 May 2007 14,185 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 14,156 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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G772 JCY is a 1989 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 G772 JCY, 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 G772 JCY registered?

G772 JCY is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 September 1989.

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