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C538 NFG

1985 Ford Transit

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,790 mi
Last recorded51,790 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC538 NFG
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 51,790 miles

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

under sield

Pass 3 Nov 2021 51,142 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 51,100 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 51,054 miles

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 50,991 miles

Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 50,942 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 50,901 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 6,114 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 50,247 miles

N\S REAR DRUM WET

Pass 12 Oct 2013 49,790 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 49,789 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 49,295 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 48,765 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 48,205 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 48,205 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 47,578 miles

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 46,941 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 46,337 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 45,351 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 44,308 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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C538 NFG is a 1985 Ford Transit in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C538 NFG, 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 C538 NFG registered?

C538 NFG is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 13 September 1985.

Is C538 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C538 NFG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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