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SH51 XJE

2001 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

123,055 mi
Last recorded123,055 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH51 XJE
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 123,055 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 123,014 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 122,368 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 121,705 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 121,681 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 120,016 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 119,947 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 118,117 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 118,098 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis three areas (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis two areas (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis upper and lower (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 114,051 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 114,050 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering foot step (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 104,098 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 104,093 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 92,730 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 85,672 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 79,035 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 78,101 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 65,380 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 65,193 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 63,035 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 63,035 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 51,150 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jun 2007 39,369 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise, interior mirror not fitted.

Pass 18 Jun 2007 39,369 miles

advise, interior mirror not fitted.

Pass 6 Jun 2006 31,634 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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SH51 XJE is a 2001 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 118,501 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SH51 XJE, 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 25 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SH51 XJE is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 December 2001.

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