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R495 GDV

1998 Ford Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,759 mi
Last recorded54,759 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Ford Motor Caravan59,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR495 GDV
MakeFord
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 54,759 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to suspension components+chassis

Pass 10 Jul 2024 54,710 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

corrosion to suspension components+chassis

Pass 20 Jul 2023 54,675 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier both (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

corrosion to various suspension components

Pass 25 May 2022 54,600 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to various components

Pass 20 May 2021 53,780 miles

General corrosion

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH FRONT (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2021 53,780 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

General corrosion

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH FRONT (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 52,513 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 51,711 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 51,711 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier both batteries (4.13 (a) (ii))

Prop shaft bearing excessively worn both (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front ball joint dust cover perished but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 30 Apr 2019 50,832 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 49,630 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 49,344 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 48,721 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 47,292 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 46,942 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 46,025 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 45,532 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 45,256 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 10 Jun 2011 45,256 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2010 45,111 miles

Spare tyre very perished and splitting

Pass 1 Aug 2008 44,085 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 44,085 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 42,451 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 42,435 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

batttery insecure

Pass 11 Sep 2006 40,394 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ford Motor Caravan?

Based on 4,518 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
2,130
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 72
position lamp(s) not working 71
Registration plate lamp not working 65
fog lamp not working 59
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R495 GDV is a 1998 Ford Motor Caravan in White with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Ford Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 59,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R495 GDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Ford Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R495 GDV registered?

R495 GDV is a 1998 Ford Motor Caravan, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is R495 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R495 GDV shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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