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L987 CCW

1993 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

198,730 mi
Last recorded198,730 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Ford Transit52,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL987 CCW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 198,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 117,142 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 113,760 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 109,072 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body has surface corrosion

Pass 4 Jul 2022 106,932 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated (4.11 (c) (i))

Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated (4.11 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 101,023 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under Body Slight Corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2021 98,861 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under Body Corrosion

Pass 2 Mar 2020 95,468 miles

Central under body corrosion

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front wheel arch rust

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2020 95,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central under body corrosion

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front wheel arch rust

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 91,451 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

handbrake requirements just met

Pass 7 Mar 2018 87,511 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 80,540 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 74,115 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 66,848 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 50,709 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 44,326 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 36,145 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 32,145 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 31,704 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 28,838 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 14,287 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 87,291 miles

rear number plate poor

rear tyres getting low

Pass 7 Apr 2006 97,135 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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L987 CCW is a 1993 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1993 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.1% with a typical mileage of 52,077 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 L987 CCW, 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 33 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L987 CCW registered?

L987 CCW is a 1993 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L987 CCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L987 CCW shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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