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A715 DGX

1983 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,471 mi
Last recorded43,471 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Transit57,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA715 DGX
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2014 43,471 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 39,959 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 45,077 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2012 45,077 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 42,019 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

n.s.r inner tyre in poor condition

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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A715 DGX is a 1983 Ford Transit in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 A715 DGX, 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 A715 DGX?

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What year was A715 DGX registered?

A715 DGX is a 1983 Ford Transit, first registered on 12 August 1983.

Is A715 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A715 DGX shows 5 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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