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H837 XYY

1990 Ford Transit

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,938 mi
Last recorded42,938 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2008
Typical for 1990 Ford Transit56,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH837 XYY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2008 42,938 miles

brakes require service,long pedal travel

chassis corroded around n/s/r shock absorber

chassis corroded around o/s/r shock absorber

n/s/f tyre outer edge damaged

Fail 4 Feb 2008 42,938 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

brakes require service,long pedal travel

chassis corroded around n/s/r shock absorber

chassis corroded around o/s/r shock absorber

n/s/f tyre outer edge damaged

Pass 31 Jan 2007 39,357 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2007 39,355 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 36,002 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 36,002 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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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H837 XYY is a 1990 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 56,304 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 H837 XYY, 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 36 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 H837 XYY registered?

H837 XYY is a 1990 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 October 1990.

Is H837 XYY safe to buy?

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