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J989 YRS

1991 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,269 mi
Last recorded92,269 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2009
Typical for 1991 Ford Transit56,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ989 YRS
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2009 92,269 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 92,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 90,316 miles

rear diff seal leaking

Fail 18 Jun 2008 90,316 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

rear diff seal leaking

Pass 4 Jun 2007 86,486 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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J989 YRS is a 1991 Ford Transit in Black 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 J989 YRS, 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 J989 YRS registered?

J989 YRS is a 1991 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 October 1991.

Is J989 YRS safe to buy?

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