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N444 JRA

1998 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

228,413 mi
Last recorded228,413 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN444 JRA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 228,413 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 227,990 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 227,899 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 227,874 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 266,031 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 266,031 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate incorrect registration plate blocked by bull bar (0.1 (c))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 222,405 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 220,556 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 205,753 miles

Central Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Central hand brake support cracked

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under wing (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under wing (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 191,287 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 191,287 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 185,091 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 173,791 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 156,050 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 156,050 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 138,022 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 122,153 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 104,560 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 102,361 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 101,054 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 97,274 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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N444 JRA is a 1998 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1998 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 118,553 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 N444 JRA, 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 28 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 N444 JRA registered?

N444 JRA is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 July 1998.

Is N444 JRA safe to buy?

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