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A22 SYR

1983 Ford Transit

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,513 mi
Last recorded130,513 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2009
Typical for 1983 Ford Transit57,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 SYR
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2009 130,513 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 130,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 May 2008 125,111 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2008 125,111 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 121,063 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 112,688 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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A22 SYR is a 1983 Ford Transit in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 57,046 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A22 SYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A22 SYR?

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What year was A22 SYR registered?

A22 SYR is a 1983 Ford Transit, first registered on 20 October 1983.

Is A22 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 SYR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A22 SYR have outstanding finance?

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