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H157 FBD

1991 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,966 mi
Last recorded86,966 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2008
Typical for 1991 Ford Transit56,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH157 FBD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2008 86,966 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 86,966 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 84,542 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 84,443 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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

Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 81,014 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 81,014 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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H157 FBD is a 1991 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 56,040 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 H157 FBD, 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 35 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 H157 FBD registered?

H157 FBD is a 1991 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 July 1991.

Is H157 FBD safe to buy?

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