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N962 XOM

1996 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

147,564 mi
Last recorded147,564 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2009 147,564 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 147,561 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Dec 2007 139,171 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight corrosion on front chassis both sides

Pass 12 Dec 2007 139,171 miles

slight corrosion on front chassis both sides

Pass 1 Dec 2006 133,600 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 133,600 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Oil leak

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

oil level low

Pass 3 Nov 2005 116,518 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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N962 XOM is a 1996 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 XOM, 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 N962 XOM registered?

N962 XOM is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 February 1996.

Is N962 XOM safe to buy?

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