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P852 KOH

1997 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,211 mi
Last recorded71,211 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP852 KOH
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 71,211 miles

All suspension parts have surface corrosion - nothing considered excessive

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake discs corroded / very poor condition

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play **BORDERLINE** (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail by the front arm mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail by the shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2025 71,187 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre(s) load index is inadequate for the maximum permitted axle weight only rated for 1500KG and front axle weight is 1600KG. Needs to be minimum of 100 (has 98 fitted) (5.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

All suspension parts have surface corrosion - nothing considered excessive

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake discs corroded / very poor condition

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play **BORDERLINE** (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail by the front arm mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail by the shock mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 71,173 miles

Both front wheel arches corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail inner wheel arch area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play rear most bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 71,121 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 70,481 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 69,821 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 69,302 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 68,793 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 68,068 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2014 67,451 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 66,795 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 65,396 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 64,435 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 62,990 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 61,925 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 60,870 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 60,150 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 59,037 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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P852 KOH is a 1997 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P852 KOH, 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 P852 KOH registered?

P852 KOH is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P852 KOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P852 KOH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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