The road tax status for G397 FVV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for G397 FVV?

The MOT for G397 FVV is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 December 2022.

What is the recorded mileage of G397 FVV?

The recorded mileage for G397 FVV is 31,519 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is G397 FVV ULEZ compliant?

No, G397 FVV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1989 Ford Transit 5.7L Petrol · G397 FVV

G397 FVV

1989 Ford Transit (5.7L, petrol). First registered 30/08/1989. Recorded mileage 31,519 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 1989 · Maidstone
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/12/2022
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 31,519 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 5.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 31,519 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 5700cc

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G397 FVV Key Findings

15 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/12/2021
31,519 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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G397 FVV Mileage History

27/09/200521,857 mi
30/10/200622,359 mi+502 mi
26/10/200724,475 mi+2,116 mi
29/10/200724,481 mi+6 mi
24/10/200826,288 mi+1,807 mi
19/10/200928,197 mi+1,909 mi
20/10/200928,197 mi
04/10/201030,522 mi+2,325 mi
13/09/201531,519 mi+997 mi
13/09/201531,519 mi
11/12/201731,519 mi
13/12/201731,519 mi
07/09/201931,519 mi
13/09/201931,519 mi
14/12/202131,519 mi

Average of roughly 596 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

G397 FVV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 10:50

MOT Analysis

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15 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Ford Transit (G397 FVV) between September 2005 and December 2021.

The record contains 10 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 14 December 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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