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R101 VOB

1998 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,804 mi
Last recorded143,804 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 VOB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2012 143,804 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 143,783 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 128,466 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 121,291 miles

o/s centre chassis slightly corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2010 121,291 miles

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

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

o/s centre chassis slightly corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2009 118,963 miles

Oil leak

rusty chassis both sides

rusty wheel arch,s

Pass 7 Jan 2009 112,692 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 102,586 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 93,435 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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R101 VOB is a 1998 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 118,553 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 R101 VOB, 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 28 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 R101 VOB registered?

R101 VOB is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 17 January 1998.

Is R101 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 VOB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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