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D487 SET

1987 Ford Transit

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,531 mi
Last recorded18,531 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD487 SET
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 18,531 miles

Central Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.62mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 18,381 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Towbar component slightly damaged (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 183,510 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 18,351 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Oct 2016 18,351 miles

Oil leak ()

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,351 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 18,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 18,439 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 18,349 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 18,343 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 18,341 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

king pins have lift both sides

n/s front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 27 May 2010 18,323 miles

ADVISE, n/s/f top shock absorber mount point starting to corrode.(under wheel arch)

ADVISE, n/s/f wheel bearing becoming noisey.

ADVISE, o/s/r inner tyre,inner wall cracking in places.

Pass 19 May 2009 17,730 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 7,784 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 95,044 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 95,043 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 84,872 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 84,869 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (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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D487 SET is a 1987 Ford Transit in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 D487 SET, 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

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What year was D487 SET registered?

D487 SET is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 29 June 1987.

Is D487 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for D487 SET shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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