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P141 WUA

1997 Ford Transit

Yellow Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

212,094 mi
Last recorded212,094 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP141 WUA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2010 212,094 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 208,789 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 208,789 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 202,376 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corroison on floor and chassis

corrosion on offside inner and outer sills and nearside inner sill not within any predscribed area and not adversly effecting braking or steering

corrosion on wheel arches

no rear seats fitted

sealer on underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Jun 2008 202,376 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

corroison on floor and chassis

corrosion on offside inner and outer sills and nearside inner sill not within any predscribed area and not adversly effecting braking or steering

corrosion on wheel arches

no rear seats fitted

sealer on underside of vehicle

Pass 22 May 2007 193,330 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 191,520 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 191,520 miles

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

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

axle oil leaks

oil leaks

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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P141 WUA is a 1997 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 127,702 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P141 WUA, 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 P141 WUA registered?

P141 WUA is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P141 WUA safe to buy?

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