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C483 GEV

1985 Ford Transit

White Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,975 mi
Last recorded46,975 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC483 GEV
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 46,975 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 46,975 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure safety catch not working (3.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 46,974 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure safety catch not working (3.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2016 36,916 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 33,805 miles

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 9,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2009 138 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 98,248 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 91,987 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 89,022 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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C483 GEV is a 1985 Ford Transit in White with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C483 GEV, 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 C483 GEV registered?

C483 GEV is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 September 1985.

Is C483 GEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C483 GEV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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