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OAZ 1844

1987 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,721 mi
Last recorded1,721 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2022
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAZ 1844
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2022 1,721 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 12 Jan 2021 1,625 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 12,627 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 871 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 94 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 86 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)

Nearside Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 99,738 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 98,531 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 97,435 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 96,742 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Propshaft component defective

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 96,742 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Propshaft component defective

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 95,419 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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OAZ 1844 is a 1987 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 58,852 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 OAZ 1844, 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 39 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 OAZ 1844?

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What year was OAZ 1844 registered?

OAZ 1844 is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 July 1987.

Is OAZ 1844 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAZ 1844 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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