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N962 VEG

1996 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2011
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

326,963 mi
Last recorded326,963 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN962 VEG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2010 326,963 miles

both sides front door steps corroded

Fail 25 Jun 2010 326,903 miles

Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both sides front door steps corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2009 31,242 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 31,234 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 298,903 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 298,760 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

all wheel arches starting to corrode

Pass 31 Jan 2007 292,497 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 292,491 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 292,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

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

slight play in n/s of steering rack

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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N962 VEG is a 1996 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N962 VEG, 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 N962 VEG registered?

N962 VEG is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N962 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N962 VEG shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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