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VIW 8302

1987 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 9999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,742 mi
Last recorded87,742 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2009
Typical for 1987 Ford Transit58,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIW 8302
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine9,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2009 87,742 miles

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

ns mirror

Fail 3 Aug 2009 87,392 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

ns mirror

Pass 4 Aug 2008 85,790 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 85,759 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 84,638 miles

both rear vehicle structure has slight corrosion

Fail 20 Apr 2007 84,638 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 77,132 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 77,118 miles

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

Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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VIW 8302 is a 1987 Ford Transit in Blue with a 9,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VIW 8302, 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 VIW 8302 registered?

VIW 8302 is a 1987 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is VIW 8302 safe to buy?

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