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LF59 ZSE

2009 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,202 mi
Last recorded32,202 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Ford Transit105,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF59 ZSE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 32,202 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 31,002 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 30,611 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 29,753 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 29,502 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 29,325 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 27,901 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 26,246 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 23,895 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2017 23,895 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 19,144 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 16,558 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 14,067 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 11,022 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 11,020 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LF59 ZSE is a 2009 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 105,186 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 LF59 ZSE, 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 17 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF59 ZSE registered?

LF59 ZSE is a 2009 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is LF59 ZSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF59 ZSE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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