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N123 REM

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,954 mi
Last recorded102,954 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN123 REM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 102,954 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 102,746 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

under tray and covers fitted covering testable items

Pass 15 Nov 2023 102,718 miles

front crossmember starting to corrode

Fail 8 Nov 2023 102,717 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

front crossmember starting to corrode

Pass 9 Nov 2022 102,552 miles

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner doorstep corroded but not holed

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 101,775 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

o/s/r inner sill back to step becoming corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2021 101,753 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

o/s/r inner sill back to step becoming corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2020 98,895 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 95,670 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 21 Oct 2019 95,669 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Oct 2018 90,178 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all to and from load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Central exhaust pipe starting to corrode

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear leaf spring slightly splayed

Pass 14 Oct 2017 86,168 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases before flexi (7.1.2)

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front headlamps (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 80,456 miles

Offside Front slight corrosion on chassis

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 73,665 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 68,377 miles

both front wings and wheel arches starting to corrode

Pass 14 Oct 2013 61,265 miles

Both front wings starting to corode

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Plastic covers on underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection on some components

Rear prop shaft bearing worn

Slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 23 Oct 2012 56,580 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 52,042 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Oct 2011 52,004 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2010 46,737 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 46,737 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 41,468 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 41,352 miles

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

metal ends of front brake hoses corroded but not excessively

Fail 6 Jul 2009 41,345 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Metal ends of front brake hoses corroded, not excessively.

Windscreen damage (centre), less than 40mm.

Pass 30 Jul 2008 40,381 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 36,690 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 36,688 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 32,062 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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N123 REM is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 127,702 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 N123 REM, 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 29 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N123 REM registered?

N123 REM is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is N123 REM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N123 REM shows 28 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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