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M986 XVT

1995 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

92,804 mi
Last recorded92,804 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 1995 Ford Transit129,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM986 XVT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 92,804 miles

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

rear doors corroded

wheel arches corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2014 92,704 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

both front wheel arches corroded

tailpipe insecure

Pass 2 May 2013 84,356 miles

doors & wheel arches corroded

front & rear box sections corroded

rear o/s chassis corroded

slite noise from o/s/front wheel bearing

Pass 19 Apr 2012 78,172 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 78,172 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 71,644 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 71,487 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 63,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 63,684 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 56,525 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 56,251 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 49,110 miles

both front brake hose "extensions"rusty

front brake discs rusty

front brake pads appear fairly worn

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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M986 XVT is a 1995 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M986 XVT, 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 M986 XVT registered?

M986 XVT is a 1995 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 May 1995.

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