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AF12 VNJ

2012 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

210,336 mi
Last recorded210,336 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Ford Transit98,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 VNJ
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 210,336 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 210,322 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 193,540 miles

Both outer sills corroding but solid at present.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both center to rear pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both. ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both into flexi hoses. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 188,567 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 176,769 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 164,891 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 154,781 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 147,075 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 137,988 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 137,988 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 125,125 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 125,125 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 120,346 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 78,095 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 51,091 miles

O/S/R TYRE MISSHAPING ON INNER EDGE.

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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AF12 VNJ is a 2012 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 98,194 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 AF12 VNJ, 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 14 years old, this Ford Transit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 VNJ registered?

AF12 VNJ is a 2012 Ford Transit, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is AF12 VNJ safe to buy?

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