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SL51 UJY

2001 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,289 mi
Last recorded33,289 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 33,289 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 32,103 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 32,097 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 30,479 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 29,762 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 27,130 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 26,489 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 26,102 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 25,716 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 25,511 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,228 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 24,822 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 24,223 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 24,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 23,305 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 22,893 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 22,508 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 22,116 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 21,698 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,698 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 21,236 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 21,236 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 19,878 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 16,163 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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SL51 UJY is a 2001 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UJY, 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 UJY registered?

SL51 UJY is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is SL51 UJY safe to buy?

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