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SLZ 525

1989 Ford Transit

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,094 mi
Last recorded22,094 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Ford Transit55,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 525
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 22,094 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 22,076 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 21,528 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 21,176 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 20,713 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 18,855 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 17,611 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 15,895 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 14,550 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 13,134 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 12,438 miles

Nsr brake performance low

Osf mirror glass cracked

Tyres old & cracked

Fail 22 Feb 2016 12,438 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nsr brake performance low

Osf mirror glass cracked

Tyres old & cracked

Pass 26 Feb 2015 12,431 miles

Nsr brake tight

tyres old & cracked

Pass 26 Feb 2014 12,373 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 12,107 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 11,534 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 10,911 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 10,720 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 10,520 miles

rear exhaust section poor

Pass 30 Jul 2007 10,282 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,998 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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SLZ 525 is a 1989 Ford Transit in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 55,546 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 SLZ 525, 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 37 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SLZ 525?

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What year was SLZ 525 registered?

SLZ 525 is a 1989 Ford Transit, first registered on 9 February 1989.

Is SLZ 525 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 525 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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