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LG59 MLY

2009 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

89,028 mi
Last recorded89,028 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Ford Transit105,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 MLY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2023 89,028 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 84,064 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view wiper scratch (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 84,064 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view wiper scratch (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 79,470 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 73,214 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle corroding

Pass 12 Mar 2019 69,689 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe under chassis leg in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe under chassis leg in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above rear mounting on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe across rear axle to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Mar 2019 69,686 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking along chassis leg under inner wing (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe under chassis leg in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe under chassis leg in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe to power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above rear mounting on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe across rear axle to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 63,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in clip under chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded In clip under chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn and tread slightly uneven, both on inner edge

Fail 27 Mar 2018 63,231 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in clip under chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded In clip under chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn and tread slightly uneven, both on inner edge

Pass 18 Oct 2016 49,996 miles

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 49,872 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 49,872 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Fuel pipe leaking fuel vent pipe perished and leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Spare tyre defective spare wheel insecure ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 49,782 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 44,190 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 38,625 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 31,653 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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LG59 MLY is a 2009 Ford Transit in White with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LG59 MLY, 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.

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LG59 MLY is a 2009 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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