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N993 NHB

1996 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

149,253 mi
Last recorded149,253 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN993 NHB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2012 149,253 miles

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 149,253 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 146,916 miles

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 144,026 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 139,444 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 139,444 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 134,325 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 134,325 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Dec 2007 131,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 131,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 126,589 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2006 126,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2005 123,550 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 123,550 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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N993 NHB is a 1996 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 N993 NHB, 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

How do I check the history of N993 NHB?

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What year was N993 NHB registered?

N993 NHB is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 April 1996.

Is N993 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N993 NHB shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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