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A729 FRY

1983 Ford Transit

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,538 mi
Last recorded72,538 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 1983 Ford Transit57,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA729 FRY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2021 72,538 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 72,532 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 72,518 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 72,500 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 72,481 miles

All brake pipes greased

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 72,459 miles

all brake pipes greased up

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 72,427 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

brake pipes greased

Pass 25 Oct 2014 72,396 miles

all brake pipes greased

both front inner wings covered with underseal

front chassis covered with underseal

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 72,345 miles

under side of the vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 4 Oct 2012 72,323 miles

under side of the vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Sep 2011 72,259 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2010 72,242 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2009 72,230 miles

slight under body corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2008 72,134 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 72,049 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 71,807 miles

con of front discs

condition of exhaust back box

condition of off side front tyre

grease all under vehicle inspection limited

grease to all brake pipes inspection limited

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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A729 FRY is a 1983 Ford Transit in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A729 FRY, 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 A729 FRY?

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What year was A729 FRY registered?

A729 FRY is a 1983 Ford Transit, first registered on 18 November 1983.

Is A729 FRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A729 FRY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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