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P116 PPU

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,739 mi
Last recorded98,739 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 PPU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2013 98,739 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 98,729 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 98,587 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 96,918 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 95,619 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 95,616 miles

Centre Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 94,807 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 93,476 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 91,942 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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P116 PPU is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P116 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P116 PPU registered?

P116 PPU is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P116 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 PPU shows 9 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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