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N996 XOM

1996 Ford Transit

Maroon Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

78,215 mi
Last recorded78,215 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2010
Typical for 1996 Ford Transit129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN996 XOM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2010 78,215 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 78,209 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 76,137 miles

offside front tyre is cut on sidewall

Fail 28 Sep 2009 76,137 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

offside front tyre is cut on sidewall

Fail 14 May 2009 76,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

offside front tyre is cut on sidewall

Pass 28 Apr 2008 72,845 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 114,073 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 100,390 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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N996 XOM is a 1996 Ford Transit in Maroon with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N996 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N996 XOM registered?

N996 XOM is a 1996 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is N996 XOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N996 XOM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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