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P104 PPU

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

99,763 mi
Last recorded99,763 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP104 PPU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 99,763 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 99,763 miles

Brake performance not tested van don't start (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced side step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn most (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 87,630 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2016 77,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2015 68,536 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2014 62,534 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 62,534 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 60,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 60,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 42,890 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 41,234 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 37,781 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 37,781 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 37,737 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 31,667 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.2.4a)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 31,667 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 28,253 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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P104 PPU is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P104 PPU, 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.

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P104 PPU is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 May 1997.

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