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FSS 800

1998 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,202 mi
Last recorded53,202 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Ford Transit118,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSS 800
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2024 53,202 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 52,982 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 52,328 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 51,240 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 49,789 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 47,796 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 45,887 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 45,038 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 43,061 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 40,896 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 38,882 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 36,929 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 34,329 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 30,330 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 26,993 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 24,777 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 22,774 miles

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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FSS 800 is a 1998 Ford Transit in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 118,553 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 FSS 800, 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 28 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FSS 800?

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What year was FSS 800 registered?

FSS 800 is a 1998 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is FSS 800 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSS 800 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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