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A544 RYV

1983 Ford Transit

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,060 mi
Last recorded31,060 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2008
Typical for 1983 Ford Transit57,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA544 RYV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2008 31,060 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 31,060 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 31,520 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front cracking

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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A544 RYV is a 1983 Ford Transit in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 A544 RYV, 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 A544 RYV?

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What year was A544 RYV registered?

A544 RYV is a 1983 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A544 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A544 RYV shows 3 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.

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