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R787 RJM

1998 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,084 mi
Last recorded54,084 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR787 RJM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 54,084 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 53,458 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 53,182 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 52,965 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 52,875 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 42,737 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 42,524 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 42,467 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device insecurely fitted (2.4.B.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,054 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 40,266 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 38,908 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 35,715 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 32,807 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 24,876 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,237 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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R787 RJM is a 1998 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R787 RJM, 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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What year was R787 RJM registered?

R787 RJM is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R787 RJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R787 RJM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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