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AEG 198T

1979 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

12,951 mi
Last recorded12,951 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Transit59,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEG 198T
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 12,951 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 12,925 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 12,558 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 11,958 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 11,947 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 11,935 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 11,924 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 11,908 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 11,478 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 10,897 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 10,695 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 10,656 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 102,203 miles

advise rear flexi hose

Pass 15 Feb 2010 9,472 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 9,159 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 9,158 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Battery insecure

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 7,975 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 79,301 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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AEG 198T is a 1979 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1979 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 59,139 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 AEG 198T, 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 47 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 AEG 198T registered?

AEG 198T is a 1979 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is AEG 198T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEG 198T shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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