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MNZ 3497

1989 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,126 mi
Last recorded5,126 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNZ 3497
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 5,126 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 5,014 miles

Central chassis undersealed

Nearside Rear inner sill undersealed

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear inner sill undersealed

Pass 2 Aug 2023 4,753 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 4,752 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame mounting has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill after spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame mounting has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill After spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Both (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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MNZ 3497 is a 1989 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MNZ 3497, 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 MNZ 3497 registered?

MNZ 3497 is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 June 1989.

Is MNZ 3497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNZ 3497 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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