CarVerify

Free Car Check

D261 DLA

1987 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

94,926 mi
Last recorded94,926 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2009
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD261 DLA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2009 94,926 miles

both front suspension springs are corroded

door shuts are partially covered

exhaust system is corroded

hazard warning light switch cover is broken

nearside front tyre valve is hidden behind the wheel trim

slight damage to offside seatbelt webbing

upper bodywork is corroded and damaged

vehicle battery is loose in holder

wheel trims are fitted to roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Fail 13 Feb 2009 94,926 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

both front suspension springs are corroded

door shuts are partially covered

exhaust system is corroded

hazard warning light switch cover is broken

nearside front tyre valve is hidden behind the wheel trim

slight damage to offside seatbelt webbing

upper bodywork is corroded and damaged

vehicle battery is loose in holder

wheel trims are fitted to roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Fail 11 Oct 2008 936,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 91,310 miles

Oil leak

front coil springs corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2007 91,306 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

front coil springs corroded

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
Full Ford Transit reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D261 DLA is a 1987 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1987 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 58,852 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 D261 DLA, 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 39 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D261 DLA?

You can check the full history of D261 DLA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D261 DLA registered?

D261 DLA is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 25 June 1987.

Is D261 DLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D261 DLA shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D261 DLA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D261 DLA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.