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G774 PCD

1989 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,494 mi
Last recorded84,494 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG774 PCD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 84,494 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Both n/s & o/s rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several repairs made to both chassis rails (6.1.1 (d) (i))

handbrake lever has long travel

steering heavy in operation

Fail 25 Nov 2025 84,494 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted bolts loose/now tightened (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Both n/s & o/s rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several repairs made to both chassis rails (6.1.1 (d) (i))

handbrake lever has long travel

steering heavy in operation

Pass 3 Dec 2024 84,445 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis rail spring mounting area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis rail spring mounting area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine underside wet with oil

long travel on hand brake lever

Pass 3 Nov 2023 84,176 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear drivers seat has play in runner

hand brake high but not considered excessive

underbody corrosion

Pass 4 Nov 2022 83,773 miles

Offside Rear chassis rail shows corrosion and repairs

fuel tank strap cooroded

passenger seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Jul 2021 82,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis all covered in underseal and shows welded repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 8 Jul 2020 81,413 miles

Nearside Front passenger seat and seat belt not fitted at time of test

Rear chassis rails show repairs

Pass 8 Jul 2019 79,826 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hangar and tow bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis sections (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 77,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

chassis shows some corrosion and welded repair

Pass 10 Jul 2017 73,832 miles

both chassis show corrosion and welded repair

Fail 3 Jul 2017 73,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front spring mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 69,030 miles

non standard fuel cap fitted

wiper blades worn

Fail 8 Jul 2016 69,030 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

non standard fuel cap fitted

wiper blades worn

Pass 18 Jun 2015 65,875 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 61,070 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 61,068 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 52,521 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front crossmember corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2012 51,186 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

off side wiper blade split

Pass 25 Jun 2011 49,998 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 48,802 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front numberplate faded

Fail 30 Jun 2010 48,706 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front numberplate faded

Pass 9 Jul 2009 47,115 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 45,251 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 43,785 miles

corrosion to chassis near offside rear shock absorber

Pass 6 Jul 2006 41,411 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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G774 PCD is a 1989 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 G774 PCD, 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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G774 PCD is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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