MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
239,471 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
there are signs of corrotion on the main chasie that will need attention next year
both chassis rails corroded in places
front brake discs worn
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
both chassis rails corroded in places
front brake discs worn
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
al four wheel arshes showing corrosion but not considered enough to create jagged edges
power steering assistance weak
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)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
al four wheel arshes showing corrosion but not considered enough to create jagged edges
power steering assistance weak
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
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R985 GVC is a 1998 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R985 GVC, 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 R985 GVC registered?
R985 GVC is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 26 February 1998.
Is R985 GVC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R985 GVC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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