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P124 XVK

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,034 mi
Last recorded100,034 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2021 100,034 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded brake pipe feed hole (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light wing mounted no lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

all front grille and panel missing

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2013 99,958 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 99,635 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 98,903 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 97,130 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 95,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 95,242 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 95,438 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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 XVK is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XVK, 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 P124 XVK registered?

P124 XVK is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P124 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P124 XVK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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