1994 Ford Transit 2.5L Diesel · L680 AFT
1994 Ford Transit (2.5L, diesel). First registered 22 Jun 1994. Recorded mileage 38,650 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,650 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L680 AFT Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 16/11/2021
- 38,650 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 20 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L680 AFT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1994 Ford Transit (L680 AFT) between November 2021 and November 2021.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 November 2021 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions not tested exhaust tail pipe missing (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced i”; “Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Avoid this vehicle unless you are a spec
Given the severity of the 2021 MOT failure, you must verify if these structural issues—specifically the corrosion to the inner and outer sills and suspension mountings—have been professionally repaired and welded. Request detailed invoices for all structural work, as 'patch' repairs on a vehicle of this age are often insufficient.
Check the current status of the power steering and exhaust system, as both were failed items. Because this is a 30-year-old diesel, ensure the fuel system and seals have not perished due to the low mileage and potential long-term standing.
The 2.5L diesel engine is an older design; expect fuel economy to be significantly lower than modern vans. Tax and insurance will depend on the current registration status, but older Transits typically fall into mid-range insurance groups for commercial vehicles.
Maintenance costs for a vehicle with this level of documented corrosion are likely to be high, as rust often spreads. Estimated annual running costs, including fuel, tax, and essential maintenance, are likely to be around £1,200-£1,800, assuming the vehicle is roadworthy.
Focus your inspection on the chassis and body structure. The MOT record specifically highlighted corrosion in the inner and outer sills, inner wings, and suspension component mountings on both the nearside and offside. Use a torch and a probe to check for structural integrity in these areas.
Additionally, inspect the seat belt anchorages and the power steering system, both of which were listed as failures. Check for any evidence of the exhaust tailpipe being replaced, as it was missing during the 2021 test.
This 1994 white Ford Transit with a 2.5L diesel engine shows an exceptionally low mileage of 38,650 as of November 2021. However, the MOT history reveals a catastrophic failure in 2021, citing extensive corrosion to the sills, wings, and suspension mountings. The vehicle also suffered from a missing exhaust and inoperative power steering at the time of its last recorded test.
The Ford Transit has a general MOT pass rate of 74.4%, with corrosion being one of the top three reasons for failure across the model range.
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