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MEG 27W

1996 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

291,436 mi
Last recorded291,436 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEG 27W
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 291,436 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 286,896 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Anti roll bar link rubber worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Anti roll bar link rubber worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 15 May 2024 282,660 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 277,366 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 272,902 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 268,822 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 263,622 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 256,893 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 250,637 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 243,495 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 235,252 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 226,347 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 216,339 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 206,709 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 197,629 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 187,834 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 176,860 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 167,391 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 158,421 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 147,410 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 138,460 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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MEG 27W is a 1996 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 129,793 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 MEG 27W, 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 30 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 MEG 27W registered?

MEG 27W is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is MEG 27W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEG 27W shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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