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R7 DBA

1999 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,713 mi
Last recorded68,713 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 DBA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 68,713 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 64,937 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 56,643 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 50,845 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 43,081 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 41,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 40,249 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 38,824 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 38,016 miles

arches corroded

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

corrosion underside of vehicle

exhaust deteriorated

underside shields fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2014 34,975 miles

EML lit on dash

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers scrub screen

Pass 13 Oct 2014 34,975 miles

wipers scrub screen

EML lit on dash

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Oct 2013 31,908 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 31,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2012 29,159 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 26,046 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 20,956 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,087 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 20,087 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 17 Dec 2008 19,437 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 17,785 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of surface corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2006 15,310 miles

offside front tyre perishing slightly

Pass 21 Dec 2005 14,701 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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R7 DBA is a 1999 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1999 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 110,308 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 R7 DBA, 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 27 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 R7 DBA registered?

R7 DBA is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is R7 DBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 DBA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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