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P821 MND

1997 Ford Transit

Red Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

161,256 mi
Last recorded161,256 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2010
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP821 MND
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2010 161,256 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 161,256 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 157,481 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 157,461 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

light scratches to windscreen

Pass 17 Sep 2008 155,468 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 155,468 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 146,432 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 136,251 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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P821 MND is a 1997 Ford Transit in Red 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 P821 MND, 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 P821 MND registered?

P821 MND is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P821 MND safe to buy?

The MOT history for P821 MND shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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