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S256 HGX

1999 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

198,138 mi
Last recorded198,138 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS256 HGX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2012 198,138 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 187,300 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2010 187,300 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 181,492 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 181,492 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 176,809 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 161,043 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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S256 HGX is a 1999 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S256 HGX, 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 S256 HGX?

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What year was S256 HGX registered?

S256 HGX is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 February 1999.

Is S256 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S256 HGX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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