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P853 UFW

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,885 mi
Last recorded75,885 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 UFW
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2009 75,885 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 73,885 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 4 Feb 2008 186,613 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 186,613 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 177,624 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 168,647 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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P853 UFW is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P853 UFW, 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 P853 UFW registered?

P853 UFW is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P853 UFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P853 UFW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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