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A40 VML

1983 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,658 mi
Last recorded91,658 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Transit57,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA40 VML
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 91,658 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 88,717 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 88,682 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 85,522 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 84,656 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 84,067 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 83,877 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 82,235 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 81,609 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 81,606 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 81,510 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 81,500 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2010 81,461 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 81,433 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 14,025 miles

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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A40 VML is a 1983 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A40 VML, 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

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What year was A40 VML registered?

A40 VML is a 1983 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A40 VML safe to buy?

The MOT history for A40 VML shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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