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R159 HTM

1998 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,432 mi
Last recorded116,432 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 HTM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2008 116,432 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both side vehicle sill damaged

front number plat slightly dirty but still read able

rear exhaust mouting slightly deteriorated

steering wheel not in good condition incomplet covering skin but still not likely to injare drivers hand

vehicle both side and rear tall gate body wark corroded but still nit projecting sharp edgs

Fail 7 Jun 2008 116,432 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both side vehicle sill damaged

front number plat slightly dirty but still read able

rear exhaust mouting slightly deteriorated

steering wheel not in good condition incomplet covering skin but still not likely to injare drivers hand

vehicle both side and rear tall gate body wark corroded but still nit projecting sharp edgs

Pass 16 Apr 2007 109,328 miles

windscreen has mionor mark in zone a/steering wheel cover worn/vehicle rear crossmember and under body rusty/n/s front brake pipe rusty/n/s tyre chipped /n/s o/s front brake ferrel rusty

Pass 11 Apr 2006 102,351 miles

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Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

both rear archers corroded.

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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R159 HTM is a 1998 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 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 R159 HTM, 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 R159 HTM registered?

R159 HTM is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R159 HTM safe to buy?

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