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T685 BLM

1999 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

186,578 mi
Last recorded186,578 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 1999 Ford Transit110,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT685 BLM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2010 186,578 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 181,766 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 172,507 miles

both rear road springs splayed.

oil leak.

Pass 7 Nov 2007 160,883 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 148,344 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 148,344 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2005 136,092 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 136,092 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Fail 17 Oct 2005 135,771 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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T685 BLM is a 1999 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1999 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 110,308 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 T685 BLM, 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 27 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T685 BLM registered?

T685 BLM is a 1999 Ford Transit, first registered on 24 August 1999.

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