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S256 UBU

1999 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,210 mi
Last recorded141,210 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS256 UBU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2012 141,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 138,515 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 135,453 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 133,979 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 132,023 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 129,454 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 129,438 miles

Brake pump/compressor insecure (3.6.F.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 117,707 miles

h.brake lever cage slightly damaged// tiny chips in front screen.

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 UBU is a 1999 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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

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What year was S256 UBU registered?

S256 UBU is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S256 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S256 UBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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