MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,658 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
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
How Reliable is the Ford Transit?
Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.
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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.
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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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