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J162 ODV

1992 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,660 mi
Last recorded83,660 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 1992 Ford Transit54,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ162 ODV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2012 83,660 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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)

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

batterys loose

front brake pipes rusty

rear chassis rusty

Pass 30 Mar 2011 80,268 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

front pads low

sligth wear in king pins

Fail 30 Mar 2011 80,267 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

front pads low

sligth wear in king pins

Pass 23 Jan 2010 75,237 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2009 71,148 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 66,485 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 66,485 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 61,391 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

n/s and o/s front tyre valves perished

o/s/f tyre cracking on sidewall due to perishing

Pass 1 Feb 2006 56,857 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 56,845 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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J162 ODV is a 1992 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 54,467 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 J162 ODV, 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 34 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J162 ODV is a 1992 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 March 1992.

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