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M294 TCW

1995 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

193,174 mi
Last recorded193,174 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1995 Ford Transit129,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM294 TCW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 193,174 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear brake efficiency slightly low

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)

chassis corroded

Fail 18 Dec 2015 192,907 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock absorber (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti-roll bar to suspension arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Ball joint has slight play steering rack track rod (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti-roll bar to suspension arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm to chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 190,300 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

black paint coating on inner sills

brake pipes slightly coroded

Fail 11 Dec 2014 190,298 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

brake pipes slightly coroded

Pass 11 Nov 2013 183,190 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

emits slight blue smoke during accleration

Fail 7 Nov 2013 183,188 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

emits slight blue smoke during accleration

Pass 9 Oct 2012 179,643 miles

front suspension tops corroded

n/s/r outer tyre is perished (outer sidewall)

sills corroded / step areas corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2011 179,272 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 178,572 miles

corrosion starting offside & nearside outer sills

front pipe corroding

nearside front top marker light not working

offside front anti roll bar bush perishing

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 5 Nov 2009 177,220 miles

general corrosion around vehicle

n/s/r shock absorber bottom bush deteriating

o/s/f tyre close to legal limit and worn on inner edge

slight play to both front wheels

Pass 17 Oct 2008 176,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 169,013 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 161,479 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 157,590 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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M294 TCW is a 1995 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1995 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 129,964 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 M294 TCW, 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 31 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M294 TCW is a 1995 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 January 1995.

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