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1998 FORD TRANSIT2.5L Diesel

S431 CBD

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 180,561 miles recorded, this Blue 1998 FORD TRANSIT runs on Diesel with a 2496cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT

Expired

Expires 28/05/2025

Tax

Untaxed

Expires 03/10/2023

£8.99

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Mileage: 180,561
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1998
Engine: 2496cc

Free vehicle health score

/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

✓ Taxed

! Average MOT pass rate (67%)

! Older vehicle

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 03:47

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1998 Ford Transit (S431 CBD) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2023 to May 2024, with 3 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 67% pass rate, with 2 passes and 1 failure recorded. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 14 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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PASS

FAIL

ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

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Buying Score

42/100

Risk Level

High

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,500

Mileage

The mileage of 180,561 miles is signific...

Our Verdict

Proceed with extreme caution. While the Transit is a workhorse, this specific example shows significant structural concerns and recurring mechanical issues that make it a high-risk purchase.

The primary concern for any buyer must be a structural inspection. The history shows multiple failures for 'inadequate repairs' affecting strength and safety, as well as corrosion near body mountings. You must have a professional welder inspect the chassis for hidden rust and ensure that previous repairs are not just cosmetic but structural.

Mechanically, pay close attention to the braking system. The MOT records repeatedly mention corroded brake pipes, binding brakes, and seized valves. Ask the owner for a full service history to see if these have been replaced or merely noted. Furthermore, the persistent oil leak mentioned in multiple tests should be diagnosed to determine if it is a simple gasket or a major failure.

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