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P81 KVV

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,339 mi
Last recorded135,339 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP81 KVV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2018 135,339 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Body insecure wheel arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by leaf spring mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned head light (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 131,415 miles

brake pipes at rear starting to corode

chassis rusty in places

Pass 13 Jan 2016 127,369 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 125,001 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 122,737 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 120,892 miles

chassis very rusty o/s rear cloiseto bump stop

Pass 16 Jan 2012 117,947 miles

brake pipe from n/s rear brake hose to load valve starting to corode

chassis starting to corode o/s befor spring

exhaust pipe close to flex in poor condition

propshaft centre bearing rubber perished

Pass 19 Jan 2011 115,288 miles

engine oil leak

front x member starting to corode

some play in o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 4 Jan 2010 111,590 miles

front x member starting to corode o/s

Pass 13 Jan 2009 105,722 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2008 100,990 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 97,735 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 95,155 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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P81 KVV is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P81 KVV, 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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P81 KVV is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P81 KVV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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