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KEV 175N

1996 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

85,985 mi
Last recorded85,985 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEV 175N
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 85,985 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 85,590 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 85,166 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 84,577 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 83,975 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 83,457 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 83,171 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 82,631 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 82,211 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 81,628 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 80,740 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 79,754 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 78,404 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 77,393 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 77,839 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 76,579 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 75,842 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 75,195 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 73,020 miles

Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 71,470 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 69,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 65,482 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 26 Jul 2006 65,482 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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KEV 175N is a 1996 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 129,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KEV 175N, 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 30 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 KEV 175N registered?

KEV 175N is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is KEV 175N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEV 175N shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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