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R166 VOB

1998 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,480 mi
Last recorded142,480 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR166 VOB
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 142,480 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 132,796 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 125,917 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 112,208 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 92,506 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 92,481 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 91,505 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 89,976 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 89,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 88,353 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 87,459 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 85,390 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 83,115 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 83,115 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 80,212 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 78,705 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 74,669 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 71,515 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 68,452 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 68,452 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 65,422 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 63,037 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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R166 VOB is a 1998 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R166 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

How do I check the history of R166 VOB?

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What year was R166 VOB registered?

R166 VOB is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R166 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R166 VOB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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