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V489 GOT

2000 Ford Courier

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,819 mi
Last recorded59,819 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 2000 Ford Courier91,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV489 GOT
MakeFord
ModelCourier
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2015 59,819 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 48,775 miles

O/S/F tyre bald on inside edge

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 48,587 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

O/S/F tyre bald on inside edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 43,268 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 38,579 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 33,560 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 27,849 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 21,451 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 21,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 21,437 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 19,791 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 17,949 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Courier?

Based on 32,371 MOT tests across 5,502 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
5,954
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,148
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,376
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,110
Registration plate lamp not working 2,035
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V489 GOT is a 2000 Ford Courier in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Ford Courier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 91,635 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Courier fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V489 GOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Courier typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 26 years old, this Ford Courier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V489 GOT registered?

V489 GOT is a 2000 Ford Courier, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V489 GOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V489 GOT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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