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SL51 UBY

2001 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,853 mi
Last recorded114,853 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 UBY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 114,853 miles

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

Oil leak

generally corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2012 136,261 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 128,462 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering belt loose

Power steering noise on full lock

Power steering pipe going to steering rack slightly corroded

Windscreen wipers willnot part automaticly

Fail 6 Jun 2011 128,462 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering belt loose

Power steering noise on full lock

Power steering pipe going to steering rack slightly corroded

Windscreen wipers willnot part automaticly

Pass 14 Jun 2010 126,978 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 125,218 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 123,908 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2007 123,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2006 114,330 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 111,199 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 111,199 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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SL51 UBY is a 2001 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SL51 UBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL51 UBY registered?

SL51 UBY is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is SL51 UBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 UBY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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