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N153 DMG

1996 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,904 mi
Last recorded139,904 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN153 DMG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 139,904 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 132,766 miles

nsf metal brake pipe is rusty in engine bay area

Pass 16 Sep 2014 127,649 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 119,181 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 113,724 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 107,702 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 103,422 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2010 103,422 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 102,904 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 99,793 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

offside rear tyre slightly uneven

Pass 9 Sep 2008 99,793 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly uneven

Pass 7 Sep 2007 87,225 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 69,963 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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N153 DMG is a 1996 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N153 DMG, 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.

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What year was N153 DMG registered?

N153 DMG is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 April 1996.

Is N153 DMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N153 DMG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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