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A85 GLM

1983 Ford Transit

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,955 mi
Last recorded57,955 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Transit57,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA85 GLM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2025 57,955 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 57,930 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 56,262 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 55,677 miles

Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 axle 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2016 55,132 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 55,020 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 55,002 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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A85 GLM is a 1983 Ford Transit in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 A85 GLM, 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 A85 GLM?

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What year was A85 GLM registered?

A85 GLM is a 1983 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A85 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A85 GLM shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A85 GLM have outstanding finance?

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