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A1 VSU

1988 Ford Transit

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

119,849 mi
Last recorded119,849 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1988 Ford Transit56,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 VSU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2008 119,849 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 119,844 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 18 May 2007 117,495 miles

all welding repairs covered with seam sealer and under sill

king filled up with greease ok for retest but play could come back when grease wears out

Fail 16 May 2007 117,495 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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A1 VSU is a 1988 Ford Transit in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 56,734 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 A1 VSU, 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 38 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 VSU registered?

A1 VSU is a 1988 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is A1 VSU safe to buy?

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