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M980 XAK

1995 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,325 mi
Last recorded119,325 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 1995 Ford Transit129,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM980 XAK
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2011 119,325 miles

n/s/f drivers step corroded but not in prescribed area

Pass 19 Apr 2010 112,079 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 105,288 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 97,858 miles

offside rear wheel arch corroded

propshaft centre bearing damaged

Fail 30 Apr 2008 97,721 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve has been removed and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2) DANGEROUS

nearside rear corner bumper missing

offside rear wheel arch corroded

propshaft centre bearing worn

Pass 9 May 2007 90,158 miles

Centre Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 10 May 2006 85,462 miles

oil leak

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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M980 XAK is a 1995 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M980 XAK, 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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What year was M980 XAK registered?

M980 XAK is a 1995 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 June 1995.

Is M980 XAK safe to buy?

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