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S280 TCF

1999 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,158 mi
Last recorded149,158 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS280 TCF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2011 149,158 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)

n/s/f wheel arch has slight corrosion

o/s out rigger has slight corrosion

o/s/f wheel arch has slight corrosion

o/s/r chassie rail has slight corrosion

Pass 4 Oct 2010 147,511 miles

General allround body rust

Pass 21 Oct 2009 145,389 miles

General allround upper & lower body rust

Pass 2 Oct 2008 142,754 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 139,834 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 139,834 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 136,388 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2006 136,388 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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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S280 TCF 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 75%.

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 S280 TCF, 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 S280 TCF registered?

S280 TCF is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S280 TCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S280 TCF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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