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S248 UBU

1999 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

203,649 mi
Last recorded203,649 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS248 UBU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2016 203,649 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 200,331 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 195,834 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 192,573 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 189,197 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 180,980 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 166,280 miles

Propshaft component defective

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 23 Mar 2009 156,119 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 143,936 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 129,529 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 106,191 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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S248 UBU is a 1999 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S248 UBU, 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

How do I check the history of S248 UBU?

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What year was S248 UBU registered?

S248 UBU is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S248 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S248 UBU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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