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P859 TGC

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

400,925 mi
Last recorded400,925 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP859 TGC
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 400,925 miles

slight corrosion under vehicle and around all wheel arches

Pass 28 Sep 2007 385,940 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 385,926 miles

Brake pump/compressor insecure (3.6.F.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Brake rod excessively damaged and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

long travel on hand brake lever

very muddy under vehicle

Pass 7 Jul 2006 366,017 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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P859 TGC is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P859 TGC, 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 P859 TGC registered?

P859 TGC is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P859 TGC safe to buy?

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