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N950 DYA

1996 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,598 mi
Last recorded86,598 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN950 DYA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 86,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security spring hanger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 85,226 miles

Offside Front brake pipe corroded

Nearside Front brake pipe corroded

Offside Front leaf spring hanger bracket corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2023 80,634 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake readings vary during braking (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 80,548 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 75,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 May 2021 75,853 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 75,111 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 75,092 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 74,371 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 71,952 miles

advise n/s/r tyre slight bulge

Pass 12 Oct 2007 71,622 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 69,852 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 69,006 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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N950 DYA is a 1996 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N950 DYA, 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 N950 DYA registered?

N950 DYA is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N950 DYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N950 DYA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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