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BWS 831S

1978 Ford Econoline

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,132 mi
Last recorded26,132 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 831S
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 26,132 miles

near side rear and off side rear understanding body work corroded and holed

Fail 13 Jun 2020 26,132 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

near side rear and off side rear understanding body work corroded and holed

Pass 10 Oct 2019 25,965 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER WING (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2018 25,066 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear BODY HOLED

Pass 1 Jul 2017 23,923 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 21,994 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 21,374 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 213,745 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 21,323 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,858 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 17,678 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 21 Sep 2012 17,678 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 20 Sep 2011 14,699 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Fail 19 Sep 2011 14,693 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,407 miles

n/s/r tyre wall perishing / tread slightly low

Pass 16 Sep 2009 96,008 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Econoline?

Based on 1,762 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,207
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
fog lamp not working 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
position lamp(s) not working 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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BWS 831S is a 1978 Ford Econoline in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

The most common reason a Ford Econoline fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BWS 831S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Econoline typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 48 years old, this Ford Econoline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BWS 831S registered?

BWS 831S is a 1978 Ford Econoline, first registered on 20 June 1978.

Is BWS 831S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWS 831S shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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