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P846 VAM

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

138,872 mi
Last recorded138,872 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP846 VAM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 138,872 miles

underbody and sills corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2014 135,271 miles

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

both sill areas corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2013 131,901 miles

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

underbody corrosion and repairs

Pass 21 Apr 2012 128,448 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2011 125,476 miles

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

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

under body corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2010 122,186 miles

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

under body corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2009 118,404 miles

front number plate discoloured

slight under body corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2008 115,575 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 110,273 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 110,273 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 104,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P846 VAM is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P846 VAM, 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 P846 VAM registered?

P846 VAM is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P846 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P846 VAM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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