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N138 OGJ

1996 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

212,670 mi
Last recorded212,670 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN138 OGJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2010 212,670 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2010 212,643 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2009 206,457 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 194,220 miles

engine oily

front anti roll bar droplink bushes perrished

propshaft doughnuts worn

sills damaged

various body corrosion

Pass 10 May 2007 183,841 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 169,886 miles

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

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

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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N138 OGJ is a 1996 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N138 OGJ, 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 N138 OGJ registered?

N138 OGJ is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N138 OGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N138 OGJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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