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P837 LDT

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

159,637 mi
Last recorded159,637 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 LDT
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 159,637 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S AND N/ S SILLS. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced GENERAL CHASSIS CORROSION AND INNER ARCHES. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 157,987 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively O/S AND N/S FRONT. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S SILL IN FRONT OF REAR AXLE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MAIN CHASSIS O/S REAR. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 157,969 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/S FRONT OUT RIGGER CHASSIS TO STEP. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering N/S REAR X MEMBER NEAR SWINGING SHACKLE. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively O/S AND N/S FRONT. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S SILL IN FRONT OF REAR AXLE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced MAIN CHASSIS O/S REAR. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 152,499 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2019 152,397 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 1. FRONT CROSS MEMBER LEFT TO RIGHT. 2.O/S MAIN CHASSIS ABOVE REAR AXLE. 3.N/S MAIN CHASSIS ABOVE REAR AXLE. 3. PASSENGER SIDE FOOT WELL. 4.FRONT O/S CHASSIS NEAR TIE BAR MOUNTING. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S FRONT. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 145,372 miles

GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION.

Play in propshaft centre bearing RUBBER MOUNTING DETERIORATED. ()

Fail 20 Mar 2018 145,372 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized FREED OFF AND LUBRICATED (3.6.E.3)

GENERAL UNDER BODY CORROSION.

Headlamp not working on dipped beam N/S. NEW BULB FITTED (1.7.5a)

Play in propshaft centre bearing RUBBER MOUNTING DETERIORATED. ()

Pass 30 Mar 2017 143,128 miles

Nearside Outer outer sill corroded

all wheel arches corroded

chassis generally weak

corrosion around steps

extensive welding repairs underneath

Fail 21 Mar 2017 143,016 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sills, front crossmember, o/s/f spring eye,rear crossmember, n/s/r chassis,n/s/r 1/4 panel , o/s/ inner wing near brake hose and to the left of the brake hose are all corroded (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Outer outer sill corroded

chassis generally weak

corrosion around steps

Pass 3 Mar 2016 135,180 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 2 Mar 2015 132,068 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 132,060 miles

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 131,936 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 131,555 miles

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

advice both front inner wings corrode at mounting point to chassie

advice off side outer sill corroded at very bottom

Pass 30 Nov 2012 131,083 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

advice off side inner and outer sill corroded

Fail 29 Nov 2012 131,083 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

advice off side inner and outer sill corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2011 130,453 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Aug 2011 130,453 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 129,656 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 129,653 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 127,527 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2009 127,527 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 125,402 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2007 123,088 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 May 2007 123,088 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 May 2006 120,178 miles

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

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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P837 LDT is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 P837 LDT, 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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P837 LDT is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 February 1997.

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