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P111 CES

1997 Ford Transit

Multi-colour Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,858 mi
Last recorded17,858 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP111 CES
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 17,858 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour and offside front (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 17,164 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour and offside front (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 16,414 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 15,828 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 14,643 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 11,115 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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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P111 CES is a 1997 Ford Transit in Multi-colour with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P111 CES, 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

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What year was P111 CES registered?

P111 CES is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 July 1997.

Is P111 CES safe to buy?

The MOT history for P111 CES shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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