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LDZ 5176

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

139,090 mi
Last recorded139,090 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDZ 5176
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 139,090 miles

under side heaviley car under sealed

Fail 18 Sep 2023 138,997 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/s and n/s front cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Metal section corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Top bearing worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Pattern is poor (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill have corrosion at front and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Area near to rear swinging shackle extensively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis in bump stop area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner and outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Inner wing corroded affecting brake pipe and security of screenwash tank (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubbers either perished or broken in various locations (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis behind rear wheel corroded but unable to check fully (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 138,720 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BY LSV (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 138,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective CLOUDY (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security CROSSMEMBER (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 138,713 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 138,698 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL INNER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering REAR SPRING MOUNT CHASSIS (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective CLOUDY (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT CROSSMEMBER END (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 138,586 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 137,734 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box and flexi coupling (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spring hanger area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front spring hanger area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 137,732 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear spring hanger area and rear valance (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 133,781 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both sills badly corroded

propshaft centre bush has slight free play

Pass 30 Jun 2017 129,554 miles

all tyres getting low on tread depth

Fail 28 Jun 2017 129,534 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

all tyres getting low on tread depth

Pass 1 Jul 2016 124,491 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 115,959 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 105,247 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 96,244 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 92,867 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 86,499 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 79,689 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s/f tyre getting low on tread [edges]

o/s/r tyre getting low on tread

Pass 12 Mar 2009 71,794 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 64,815 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 59,963 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 51,707 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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LDZ 5176 is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 127,702 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 LDZ 5176, 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 29 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LDZ 5176 registered?

LDZ 5176 is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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The MOT history for LDZ 5176 shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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