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P124 GFC

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,682 mi
Last recorded76,682 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP124 GFC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 76,682 miles

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 76,879 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion to front brake discs

corrosion to n/s/f o/s/f suspension turrets on inner wings

signs of corrosion to rear brake pipes

Pass 9 Jul 2012 75,677 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 72,474 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 70,342 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 67,259 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.1.B.7)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 63,257 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 59,005 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 58,992 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (6.4.B.2)

Passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.5.11b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 53,205 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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P124 GFC is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P124 GFC, 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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What year was P124 GFC registered?

P124 GFC is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P124 GFC safe to buy?

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