1991 Ford Transit 2.4L Diesel · H385 DFR
1991 Ford Transit (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 1991. Recorded mileage 43,887 miles. MOT valid until 06 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,887 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H385 DFR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 43,887 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H385 DFR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Ford Transit (H385 DFR) between September 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Bodywork (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Front Registration plate inscription illegible detereated (0.1 (b))”.
H385 DFR Mileage History
- 26/09/202337,613 mi
- 26/09/202442,514 mi+4,901 mi
- 27/09/202442,514 mi
- 01/04/202642,764 mi+250 mi
- 08/04/202643,887 mi+1,123 mi
Average of roughly 2,476 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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