1990 Ford Transit 2.9L Petrol · 100 HWB
1990 Ford Transit (2.9L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 1990. Recorded mileage 80,673 miles. MOT valid until 02 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 1990
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,673 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
100 HWB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
- 80,673 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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100 HWB Mileage History
- 09/06/202278,742 mi
- 14/05/202479,240 mi+498 mi
- 18/06/202579,885 mi+645 mi
- 04/08/202680,673 mi+788 mi
Average of roughly 465 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
100 HWB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Ford Transit (100 HWB) between June 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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Our Verdict
A highly attractive example for a collec
When purchasing a 36-year-old vehicle, verify the service history to ensure the engine and drivetrain have been maintained. Pay close attention to the chassis and bodywork, as these are common areas for age-related wear in vehicles of this vintage.
Negotiate based on the availability of spare parts for the 2.9L petrol variant, which is less common than the diesel options. Ensure any historical repairs to the bodywork are documented, as the absence of MOT defects in recent years is a positive indicator but not a guarantee of overall structural condition.
The 2900cc petrol engine will have significantly higher fuel consumption than modern equivalents or diesel Transits of the same era. Vehicle tax will be based on older, higher-emission brackets, and insurance costs should be quoted specifically as a classic or vintage vehicle to find the best rates.
Typical maintenance costs for a vehicle of this age can be unpredictable. While the MOT record is clean, expect to budget for the replacement of rubber components, seals, and hoses that perish over time regardless of mileage.
Although the MOT history shows no defects since 2022, you should specifically inspect the bodywork and undercarriage for corrosion, which is listed as a top failure reason for this model across aggregate data.
Check the operation of all headlamps and the condition of the tyres, as these are also common failure points for the Transit range. Given the low annual mileage, check for signs of 'sitting' such as flat spots on tyres or seized brake calipers.
This 1990 Ford Transit features a 2.9L petrol engine and a green exterior. With 80,673 miles recorded and four consecutive MOT passes from 2022 to 2026 with no defects recorded, it presents a rare record for a vehicle from this era.
The Transit has an average MOT pass rate of 74.4%, with corrosion, headlamps, and tyres being the most frequent causes of failure.
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