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G846 APD

1989 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,008 mi
Last recorded79,008 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG846 APD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 79,008 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 78,827 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 78,813 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 78,743 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 78,669 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 77,980 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight corrosion to n/s step and inner wing

Fail 21 Sep 2021 77,977 miles

Offside Front Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

slight corrosion to n/s step and inner wing

Pass 18 Jun 2020 77,716 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 77,529 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 77,513 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 75,335 miles

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

both front wheel arches rusty

Fail 7 Jun 2018 75,335 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

both front wheel arches rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2016 74,900 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 74,045 miles

rear inner tyres treads lifting,not showing structure

Fail 16 Feb 2015 74,045 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear inner tyres treads lifting,not showing structure

Pass 13 Feb 2014 72,554 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 67,113 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 64,556 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 64,477 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 64,181 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 64,155 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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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G846 APD is a 1989 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G846 APD, 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 G846 APD registered?

G846 APD is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 August 1989.

Is G846 APD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G846 APD shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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