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N961 OAX

1996 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

197,751 mi
Last recorded197,751 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN961 OAX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2013 197,751 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 197,711 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 19,385 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 190,797 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 176,134 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 22 Jan 2010 176,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 14 Feb 2009 162,599 miles

All outer wing areas on vehicle showing signs of corrosion.

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

Slight corroision to lower part of rear doors

Fail 7 Feb 2009 162,590 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

All outer wing areas on vehicle showing signs of corrosion.

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

Slight corroision to lower part of rear doors

Pass 18 Jan 2008 144,056 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 124,945 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 106,663 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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N961 OAX is a 1996 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N961 OAX, 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 N961 OAX registered?

N961 OAX is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N961 OAX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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