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BLZ 1873

1997 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,881 mi
Last recorded99,881 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Ford Transit127,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 1873
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2011 99,881 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 94,039 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 89,868 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 89,846 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order affecting the beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt fluffed or frayed which has clearly weakened the webbing (5.1.B.3b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 87,117 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2008 87,112 miles

Front brake disc excessively worn (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.5.4a) DANGEROUS

Horn does not function (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in good working order (not working) (1.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (6.1.3) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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BLZ 1873 is a 1997 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 127,702 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 BLZ 1873, 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 29 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BLZ 1873 registered?

BLZ 1873 is a 1997 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is BLZ 1873 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 1873 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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