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THW 896S

1978 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,799 mi
Last recorded11,799 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Transit62,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHW 896S
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 11,799 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 11,541 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 11,168 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 10,941 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 9,663 miles

fixing of front seats to floor weak

Fail 13 Mar 2015 9,662 miles

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

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

fixing of front seats to floor weak

o/s side repeator inop

rear fog lamp not working

Pass 19 Jul 2012 9,339 miles

cracking to both rear tyres but no cord exposed

mirror loose on n/s

Pass 26 Jul 2011 8,945 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 8,855 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 8,855 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 8,654 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 8,654 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 8,032 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 8,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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THW 896S is a 1978 Ford Transit in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 62,557 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 THW 896S, 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 48 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 THW 896S registered?

THW 896S is a 1978 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 June 1978.

Is THW 896S safe to buy?

The MOT history for THW 896S shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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