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SP51 ZCF

2001 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

170,421 mi
Last recorded170,421 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Transit118,501 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 ZCF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 170,421 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 157,815 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Bump stops missing

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 157,193 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Bump stops missing

Pass 16 Oct 2014 147,245 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 136,795 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 122,661 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 112,844 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 112,844 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 99,874 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 99,874 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 85,932 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 68,815 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 53,091 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 53,091 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 45,855 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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SP51 ZCF is a 2001 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SP51 ZCF, 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 SP51 ZCF registered?

SP51 ZCF is a 2001 Ford Transit, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SP51 ZCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 ZCF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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