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P832 JBA

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

144,519 mi
Last recorded144,519 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP832 JBA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2007 144,519 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Horn does not function (6.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.8.A.7a)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.2)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.5a)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2006 136,281 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 136,060 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn rubber bush (2.6.4)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

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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P832 JBA is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P832 JBA, 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 P832 JBA registered?

P832 JBA is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P832 JBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P832 JBA shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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