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C232 SOY

1985 Ford Transit

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,314 mi
Last recorded9,314 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2008
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC232 SOY
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2008 9,314 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 9,288 miles

metal pipes rusted

some components rusted and deteriorated underside and drive-line

tyres perished and poor and some near legal limits

underside and chassis rusted and poor on and near perscribed areas

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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C232 SOY is a 1985 Ford Transit in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 56,610 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 C232 SOY, 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 41 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 C232 SOY registered?

C232 SOY is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C232 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C232 SOY shows 2 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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