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NJT 61

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,031 mi
Last recorded44,031 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJT 61
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 44,031 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 43,571 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 43,571 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 43,153 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 43,153 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 42,740 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 42,325 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 41,923 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 41,923 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 41,474 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 40,578 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 39,846 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 39,837 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 39,041 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 38,136 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 37,247 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 36,259 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 36,251 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 35,924 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 34,406 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 33,300 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 32,178 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 31,027 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 31,027 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 30,097 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 29,074 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 27,594 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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NJT 61 is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 127,702 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 NJT 61, 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 29 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJT 61?

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What year was NJT 61 registered?

NJT 61 is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is NJT 61 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJT 61 shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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