1991 · 33 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1991 Ford Transit MOT pass rate and common faults

264 MOT tests in 2024. 56.8% passed first time, compared with 71.1% for all cars the same age.

80Well below average
Passed first time56.8%
Failed or needed repairs43.2%
Typical mileage at test58,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 264 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.5%
  2. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting5.3%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.5%
  4. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.8%
  5. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.8%
  6. Prop shaft: bearing excessively worn3.8%
  7. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.8%
  8. Rear fog lamp: not working3.8%
  9. Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements3.8%
  10. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced3.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics43.2%
  2. Body & chassis27.3%
  3. Brakes25.4%
  4. Suspension20.5%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)14.8%
  6. Steering8.7%
  7. Tyres7.2%
  8. Emissions & leaks6.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine20.8%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded12.5%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.1%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened8.7%
  5. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength8.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1991 Ford Transit?

In 2024, 56.8% of 1991 Ford Transit cars passed their MOT first time, across 264 tests. The average for all 33-year-old cars was 71.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1991 Ford Transit?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1991 Ford Transit reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 80, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).