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BNO 985X

1982 Ford Transit

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

252,048 mi
Last recorded252,048 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Transit49,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNO 985X
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2021 252,048 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner suffering serious corrosion

some components on underside of vehicle coated in thick underseal not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Jul 2020 24,604 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 23,761 miles

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Jun 2018 23,238 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 22,415 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 18,434 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 18,434 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 17,873 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,873 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,696 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 13,169 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 9,581 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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BNO 985X is a 1982 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 49,000 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 BNO 985X, 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 44 years old, this Ford Transit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNO 985X registered?

BNO 985X is a 1982 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is BNO 985X safe to buy?

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