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N113 BWJ

1996 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

224,499 mi
Last recorded224,499 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN113 BWJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 224,499 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 224,482 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 220,250 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 220,250 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Upper Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 218,459 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 216,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Oct 2013 214,608 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 213,658 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 209,589 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 206,292 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 195,798 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 195,798 miles

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

8 seats at time of test

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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N113 BWJ is a 1996 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N113 BWJ, 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 N113 BWJ registered?

N113 BWJ is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N113 BWJ safe to buy?

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