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P836 LJW

1997 Ford Transit

Multi-colour Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

80,746 mi
Last recorded80,746 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP836 LJW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 80,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 80,724 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 80,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side-wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 80,605 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 80,604 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 80,313 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 79,036 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 75,895 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 73,732 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 69,850 miles

hazard switch insecure

Pass 6 Sep 2016 66,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 66,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 63,232 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 58,457 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 53,875 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 49,696 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 48,586 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 47,461 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 46,145 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 44,791 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 43,822 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 43,812 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 41,083 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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P836 LJW is a 1997 Ford Transit in Multi-colour with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P836 LJW, 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 P836 LJW registered?

P836 LJW is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 23 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P836 LJW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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