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R105 MDY

1998 Ford Transit

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,033 mi
Last recorded103,033 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR105 MDY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 103,033 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 96,380 miles

6 x child seats fitted in back at time of test

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes greased (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended shock mount (2.4.F.3)

both front shock absorbers have a mist of fluid on the unit

displaying operators lisence in windscreen

surface corrosion on underside of van

vehicle presented at time of test fitted with 12 seats

very slight wear in both front steering rack ends

Fail 6 Nov 2015 96,380 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

6 x child seats fitted in back at time of test

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes greased (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended shock mount (2.4.F.3)

both front shock absorbers have a mist of fluid on the unit

displaying operators lisence in windscreen

surface corrosion on underside of van

vehicle presented at time of test fitted with 12 seats

very slight wear in both front steering rack ends

Pass 6 Nov 2014 92,380 miles

under body corrision and corrision build up on chassis

Fail 5 Nov 2014 92,377 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

under body corrision and corrision build up on chassis

Pass 3 Dec 2012 84,065 miles

all wheel arch's corroded no sharp edge's at time of test.

child seats's fitted to rear front row offside outer and centre seats and also rear row offside and nearside outer seats

Pass 16 Dec 2011 80,045 miles

4 child seats fitted at time of test

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

corrosion on both rear wheel arches-no sharp edges at time of test

slight play in both top shock absorber mountings

Pass 15 Dec 2010 76,163 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 72,432 miles

only 12 passinger seats fitted at time of re test (1 seat with faulty belt removed)

Fail 17 Dec 2009 72,429 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

Rear Exhaust has a mounting that does not fully support the exhaust system (6.3.1b)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.1.B.2a)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 72,116 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 72,116 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 70,912 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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R105 MDY is a 1998 Ford Transit in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R105 MDY, 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.

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R105 MDY is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 6 July 1998.

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