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BS 9878

1979 Ford T

Maroon Petrol 222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS 9878
MakeFord
ModelT
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine222cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2006

How Reliable is the Ford T?

Based on 891 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
354
Miles/Year
105
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 7
Headlamp aim too low 5
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5
Registration plate lamp not working 5
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BS 9878 is a 1979 Ford T in Maroon with a 222cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford T fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BS 9878, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford T typically stays on UK roads for around 105 years. At 47 years old, this Ford T is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BS 9878?

You can check the full history of BS 9878 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BS 9878 registered?

BS 9878 is a 1979 Ford T, first registered on 16 August 1979.

Is BS 9878 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS 9878 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BS 9878 have outstanding finance?

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