Ford Transit Td Lwb MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 76 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 64.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ford Transit Td Lwb MOT Reliability Overview
The Ford Transit Td Lwb is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 76 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 35.5% and a failure rate of 64.5%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ford Transit Td Lwb earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Ford Transit Td Lwb presents for MOT with approximately 122,335 miles on the clock. The 1998 manufacture year performs best with a 36.7% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Ford Transit Td Lwb is Suspension, affecting 36.8% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 35.5%. Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems rounds out the top three at 28.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 76.3% | 58 |
| 2 | Brakes | 56.6% | 43 |
| 3 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 53.9% | 41 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 47.4% | 36 |
| 5 | Body, Structure And General Items | 39.5% | 30 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 26.3% | 20 |
| 7 | Tyres | 18.4% | 14 |
| 8 | Steering | 13.2% | 10 |
| 9 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 11.8% | 9 |
| 10 | Towbars | 2.6% | 2 |
| 11 | Items Not Tested | 1.3% | 1 |
| 12 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 122,335 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 6.24 | 76.3% | 58 |
| Brakes | 4.62 | 56.6% | 43 |
| Seat Belts | 4.41 | 53.9% | 41 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.87 | 47.4% | 36 |
| Body & Structure | 3.23 | 39.5% | 30 |
| Visibility | 2.15 | 26.3% | 20 |
| Tyres | 1.51 | 18.4% | 14 |
| Steering | 1.08 | 13.2% | 10 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.97 | 11.8% | 9 |
| Towbars | 0.22 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.11 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.11 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ford Transit Td Lwb has 122,335 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ford Transit Td Lwb has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.27% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Ford Transit Td Lwb MOT Data
The Ford Transit Td Lwb is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 76 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 35.5% and a failure rate of 64.5%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ford Transit Td Lwb owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Transit Td Lwb is likely to perform.
Suspension — 36.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 36.8% of MOT failures on the Ford Transit Td Lwb. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 35.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 35.5% of MOT failures on the Ford Transit Td Lwb. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems — 28.9% of failures
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems issues account for 28.9% of MOT failures on the Ford Transit Td Lwb. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Transit Td Lwb?
Based on 76 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ford Transit Td Lwb has an overall pass rate of 35.5% (64.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Transit Td Lwb?
The top 3 reasons a Ford Transit Td Lwb fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (36.8%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (35.5%), 3. Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems (28.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ford Transit Td Lwb reliable?
With a 64.5% MOT failure rate, the Transit Td Lwb is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ford Transit Td Lwb?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (36.8%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (35.5%); Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems (28.9%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.