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C862 DYD

1985 Ford Transit

Pink Diesel 2250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

789,605 mi
Last recorded789,605 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Ford Transit56,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC862 DYD
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year1985
ColourPink
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,250cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 789,605 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 789,006 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 788,701 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 788,431 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 788,136 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 787,737 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 787,422 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 787,144 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 786,853 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 786,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 786,586 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 786,222 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 786,222 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 785,941 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 785,162 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 784,427 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 784,279 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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C862 DYD is a 1985 Ford Transit in Pink with a 2,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 C862 DYD, 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

How do I check the history of C862 DYD?

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What year was C862 DYD registered?

C862 DYD is a 1985 Ford Transit, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C862 DYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C862 DYD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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