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LUI 5686

1989 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,681 mi
Last recorded51,681 miles
Recorded on6 May 2009
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 5686
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2009 51,681 miles

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

n/s wing mirror slightly cracked

slight surface corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 6 May 2008 41,791 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 41,785 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (3.6.E.3)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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LUI 5686 is a 1989 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 55,546 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 LUI 5686, 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 37 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 LUI 5686 registered?

LUI 5686 is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 January 1989.

Is LUI 5686 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 5686 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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