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G788 PTT

1989 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

75,682 mi
Last recorded75,682 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG788 PTT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 75,682 miles

corrosion centre prop mounting support

o/s and n/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 3 Feb 2015 75,680 miles

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

corrosion centre prop mounting support

o/s and n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 28 Nov 2013 75,306 miles

n/s seat removed

Fail 15 Nov 2013 75,306 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 74,826 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 74,826 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 74,226 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 73,417 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 73,415 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

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

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

oil leak from fuel pump

Pass 26 Jul 2008 72,659 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 72,659 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 71,476 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

stone chip in zone o/s/f head lamp

Fail 13 Aug 2007 71,476 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

stone chip to off side front head lamp

Pass 2 Mar 2006 66,002 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 66,002 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

o/s/f head light stone chip

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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G788 PTT is a 1989 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 G788 PTT, 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 G788 PTT registered?

G788 PTT is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 September 1989.

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