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J945 TOP

1991 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,044 mi
Last recorded43,044 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2007
Typical for 1991 Ford Transit56,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ945 TOP
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2007 43,044 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 429,683 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 37,412 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 37,411 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Battery insecure

Pass 28 Dec 2005 31,805 miles

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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J945 TOP is a 1991 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J945 TOP, 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.

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What year was J945 TOP registered?

J945 TOP is a 1991 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 December 1991.

Is J945 TOP safe to buy?

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