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D653 SHF

1987 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,345 mi
Last recorded174,345 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD653 SHF
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2017 174,345 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 15 May 2015 16,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 16,152 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 15,690 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 15,180 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 14,540 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 13,937 miles

Nearside Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 130,602 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring linkage pin slightly loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 12,047 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 11,475 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 9,879 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 9,879 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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D653 SHF is a 1987 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 D653 SHF, 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.

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D653 SHF is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 31 March 1987.

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